Pronunciation: [mˈaʃi] (IPA) 
Mashy (/'mæʃi/) is a word that refers to a golf shot that covers a relatively short distance and is hit with a half swing. The phonetic transcription of this word is written as slash M slash æ ʃ i, indicating the sounds of /m/ as in 'man', /æ/ as in 'cat', /ʃ/ as in 'ship', and /i/ as in 'bit'. While the spelling of this word may appear peculiar, it conforms to the standard English language graphemes that correspond to the relevant phonemes.
Mashy is an adjective that is often used to describe the texture or consistency of certain food items. It refers to something that is soft, squishy, and easily mashed or mashed up. When something is described as mashy, it means that it can be easily broken down or crushed with little effort.
In culinary terms, mashy typically refers to foods that have been cooked or processed until they have a smooth and mushy texture. For example, mashed potatoes are a classic mashy dish where the cooked potatoes are mashed until they form a creamy and lump-free consistency.
Mashy can also be used to describe other foods that have a similar soft and easily crushable texture. This may include items such as overripe fruits, certain types of bread, or cooked vegetables that have been boiled or steamed for an extended period, resulting in a soft consistency.
Outside the realm of food, the term mashy can also have metaphorical applications. It can be used to describe something that is soft, pliable, or easily manipulated, such as a moldable material or a cushiony surface.
Overall, mashy characterizes something that is soft, squishy, and easily crushed, commonly used in relation to specific food textures or in a more general sense to describe soft and malleable objects.
Produced by crushing or bruising.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "mashy" is a slang term commonly used in English speaking countries to refer to a golf shot struck with a mashie club. The term "mashie" itself originates from the early 19th century and is derived from the Scottish dialect word "mashy", which means a "wooden club". The Scottish word, in turn, is believed to be related to the Old French word "massue", meaning "mace" or "club". In golf, the mashie club was a specific type of iron club used for medium-range shots before the modern numbering system for golf clubs was established. Therefore, the term "mashy" refers to the type of shot struck using a mashie club.
