Mulligan etymology

Etymology

The word "mulligan" has two possible etymologies:

• Mulligan stew: A dish made from leftovers, typically meat, vegetables, and potatoes. In the 19th century, it was a common dish served to poor Irish immigrants in the United States.
• Mulligan as a nickname: A nickname for Irish immigrants in the United States, particularly those from County Mayo.

Meaning and Origin

The term "mulligan" is often used to refer to:

• A second chance: A chance to start again after making a mistake or failing.
• A do-over: An opportunity to do something again, usually with the intention of improving the outcome.
• A mulligan stew: A dish made from leftovers, often served at golf tournaments or other sporting events.

The term's usage as a second chance or do-over originated in golf in the 1920s. It is believed that the term was coined by David Bernard Mulligan, a lawyer and amateur golfer from Chicago. Mulligan allegedly took a "mulligan" (an extra shot) after hitting a poor shot. His playing partners adopted the term, and it eventually became a common golfing expression.

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