Duffer

Duffer is a term that can refer to several different concepts depending on the context in which it is used. Below are the primary contexts in which the term "duffer" is commonly applied:

Golf

In the context of golf, a duffer is a colloquial term used to describe an amateur or unskilled golfer. The term is often used humorously or affectionately to refer to someone who plays golf for leisure and does not possess a high level of skill. Duffers are typically characterized by their inconsistent play, frequent mistakes, and lack of technical proficiency.

Card Games

In the realm of card games, a duffer can refer to a player who is not very skilled or experienced. This term is often used in a light-hearted manner to describe someone who enjoys playing card games but does not necessarily excel at them.

Retail and Trade

Historically, the term duffer was used in British English to describe a peddler or hawker who sold low-quality or counterfeit goods. These individuals were often itinerant traders who moved from place to place, selling their wares to unsuspecting customers. The term has since fallen out of common usage in this context.

Related Pages

• Golf
• Card games
• Peddler
• Hawker (trade)