Takeaway The movement of the club at the start of the backswing. (Her slow takeaway set the pace for her entire swing).

Target Line An imaginary (often visualized) line drawn behind and through the ball to the point a player is aiming. If the player is planning to curve the ball, this point is the initial -- not the ultimate -- target. (Jack Nicklaus visualizes his target line before every shot).

Tee Box The area where players tee to start a hole. (Robert Trent Jones designed long tee boxes).

Tempo The speed of the swing (not necessarily the clubhead speed). (Ernie Els has a beautiful tempo).

Texas Wedge A term describing a shot played with a putter from well off the green. It is a good shot for players who lack confidence in their chipping and pitching, or in extremely windy conditions. (Under tournament pressure, he often played a Texas wedge, rather than risk chipping the ball).

Three-Quarter Shot A shot played with a shortened backswing and lessened arm speed. (With the winds blowing off the ocean, he played a three-quarter shot into the 15th green).

Tier A rise or level in a green or tee. (It was important to land you approach shot on the proper tier).

Timing The sequence of motions within the golf swing. (Her timing was so good that it made up for her minor swing faults).

Toed Shot Any shot hit off the toe of the club (Facing a fast, downhill putt, he toed his approach putt and left it short of the hole).

Topped Shot A low, bouncing shot caused by the bottom of the club striking the top half of the ball. (He topped his drive on the 1st tee and never regained his composure).

Touch A player's sense of feel, generally around the greens. (Ben Crenshaw has always had great touch).

Trajectory The height and angle the ball travels when struck. (Great players are able to control the trajectory of their shots).