the ball toward a target (usually the hole) with greater accuracy than a full iron shot. Pitch mark A divot on the green caused when a ball lands. Players must repair their pitch marks, usually with a tee or a divot tool. Play through Permission granted by a slow-moving group of players to a faster-moving group of players to pass them on the course. Plugged lie A bad lie where the ball is at least half-buried. Also known as a "buried lie" or in a bunker a "fried egg". Plus handicapA golf handicap less than zero. A 'plus' handicap golfer must add their handicap to their score. Pop-up A poor tee shot where the top of the club-head strikes under the ball, causing it to go straight up in the air. In addition to being bad shots, pop-ups frequently leave white scuff-marks on the top of the club-head, or dents in persimmon clubs. Also known as "sky shots". Ratio of ball speed divided by swing speed. A Local rule that allows the ball in play to be lifted, cleaned and moved on the fairway during adverse course conditions. Pre-shot routine The steps an experienced player goes through to get ready for their shot. It usually involves taking practice swings and visualizing the intended shot. Pro (Professional) A golfer or person who plays or teaches golf for financial reward. They may work as a touring pro in professional competitions or as a teaching pro (Also called a club pro). Pro shop A shop at a golf club, run by the club professional, where golf equipment can be purchased. Pull A pull is a shot that unintentionally travels on a trajectory on the same side of the ball from which the player swings. Punch shot A shot played with a very low trajectory, usually to avoid interference from tree branches when a player is hitting from the woods. Similar to the knock-down, it can also be used to avoid high winds. Also known as a stinger. Depending on the angle of attack upon impact, stingers can stay low or climb later in the ball flight due to the backspin caused by a steep angle of attack, typically with a low-lofted club. Push A push, or block, is shot that unintentionally travels on a trajectory opposite the side of the ball from which the player swings.In match play, the term "push" can also