For Approach we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Athletics, Bowling, Climbing, Diving and Golf.

Approach (Athletics)

The run-up made by an athlete before performing the actual skill, i.e. long jumping, high jumping.

Approach (Bowling)

1) Part of the lane from the very back of the ball return area to the foul line. Most approaches are 16' long; they are required by the ABC to be at least 15'. (platform, runway) 2) Start of the bowler¹s motion, ending with the start of the delivery, which is when the ball begins its final swing forward to the release.

Approach (Climbing)

The path or route to the start of a technical climb. Although this is generally a walk or, at most, a scramble it is occasionally as hazardous as the climb itself.

Approach (Diving)

The steps, usually three or more, taken by a diver before the hurdle and takeoff.

Approach (Golf)

A shot hit towards the green (His approach shot to the 17th hole came up short of the green) or towards the hole (Sam Snead was a great approach putter).

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