The term 'ABBREVIATE' for a golfer can be foreshorten, which is an 11 letter word. Foreshortening is a golfing technique used to reduce the length of a shot by using a shorter club than normal. This technique is used when a golfer needs to hit a shot over a hazard or other obstacle, and they need to reduce the distance of the shot in order to make it easier to hit. Foreshortening is also used when a golfer needs to hit a shot into a tight area, such as a small green, and they need to reduce the distance of the shot in order to make it easier to hit.