The position of the ball on the course. With equipment, it is the angle at which the clubhead is set on the shaft. Also slang for golf course. LIP The rim around the hole. LOFT The measurement, in degrees, of a club's angle.
Short irons have more loft than long irons.
LPGA The Ladies Professional Golf Association. This organization includes tournament operations and a teaching and club professional division. LPGA TOUR Ladies Professional Golf Association of America for touring women golf professionals. The Ladies Tour conducts over 40 events a year. The Professional tournaments considered the most important within the golf community.