An approach shot that is close to the ground or on the ground.
The preparatory strides taken by a bowler as they steady themselves for delivery. Also the area in which they perform said action
To hit the ball along or close to the ground toward and onto the green.
An approach shot that is hit close to or along the ground so that the ball will roll toward the hole.
The term "run-up" is a cricketing term which refers to the approach a bowler makes when preparing to deliver the ball. The ball must be delivered from behind a bowling crease, but preparation to bowl the ball can be done any way the bowler wishes. Every different bowler approaches the wicket in a personal way, and so there can be many and varied "run-ups".