To the average person, the word “fore” is interpreted simply as a number. “Four what?” might be their reply. No emotional response, no instant recognition, just a slightly puzzled look. For a golfer or golf enthusiast, the response is markedly different.
To a golfer the word “Fore!” invokes a completely different, and unique, range of emotions. If your are the one shouting fore! then you are most likely on the tee—perhaps at the first hole—about to partake in one of your favorite activities. Its your signal that its time to have a little well earned R&R. If your hear another golfer yell fore!, especially unexpectedly, then chances are your first thoughts are along the lines “duck and cover”, or at least they should be. But what is it about this almost magical word? Where did it come from and what does it really mean?
