breakfast ball

breakfast ball
 n.— «The practice, which is also referred to as a “breakfast ball” when used during early morning rounds, is against the rules and draws a penalty if used in competitive play.» —“Winged Foot, U.S. Open Golf Host, Claims ‘Mulligan’ Birthright” Bloomberg.com June 16, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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