Belly Putter
EquipmentA putter that is longer than a conventional putter, designed so that the butt of the club rests against the golfer's stomach. Anchoring the club against the body in a stroke has been prohibited by the Rules of Golf since 2016, although the putter itself is still allowed.
This definition is part of the Golfonaut golf glossary, where related terms are grouped by topic.
Related terms
Putter
The club used for putting the ball. It is usually the shortest (35 inches) and heaviest club in the bag, with the lowest loft (approx 2-4 degrees).
Broomhandle
See long putter - a putter that has an extra long shaft and is designed to be held at the butt of the club with the left hand and lower down with the right hand.
