brassie

/ˈbræsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of golf club head, typically used for teaching or practice, consisting of a metal or plastic head attached to a shaft.

“The golf instructor handed me a brassie to help me improve my swing.”

2. noun

A unit of measurement for coal, equal to 480 pounds.

“The coal miner measured the load in brassies for efficient transport.”

Synonyms

  • golf club head
  • practice club

Antonyms

  • heavy club
  • standard club