What is another word for water hazard?
Pronunciation: [wˈɔːtə hˈazəd] (IPA) 
Water hazards are any areas on a golf course where a golfer's ball can land in water such as streams, lakes, ponds, or even a temporary body of water. There are many synonyms for the term "water hazard," including aqua hazard, wet hazard, liquid hazard, marine hazard, and splash hazard. Other synonyms that can be used include water obstacle or water obstacle course. All of these terms are used to describe a challenging area on a golf course where a player's ball might be lost or require a challenging shot to get out of the water. Knowing these terms can be useful for golfers looking to improve their lingo when discussing the game of golf with other players.
