billiard

[ˈbɪljəd]

billiard Definition

a game usually for two people, played on a billiard table, in which three balls are struck with cues into pockets around the edge of the table..

Using billiard: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "billiard" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is a professional billiard player.

  • Example

    We played billiards all night long.

  • Example

    The bar has a billiard table for customers to use.

billiard Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for billiard

Phrases with billiard

  • a hard ball used in playing billiards, typically made of ivory or a similar material.

    Example

    The billiard ball rolled off the table and hit the floor.

  • a room equipped with a billiard table.

    Example

    The mansion had a luxurious billiard room with a beautiful table.

  • a tapered stick, typically about 55 inches long, used to strike the balls in billiards and pool games.

    Example

    He chose his favorite billiard cue and began to play.

Origins of billiard

from French 'billard', from 'bille', meaning 'ball'

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Summary: billiard in Brief

The term 'billiard' [ˈbɪljəd] refers to a game played on a billiard table with three balls and cues. It is often played by two people and involves striking balls into pockets around the edge of the table. The game is also known as 'pool' or 'snooker.'