Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nine-ball
noun
/naɪn bɔːl/
Definition
A cue sport where the objective is to pocket the balls numbered one through nine in order.
Examples
- In our pool league, we often play nine-ball on Friday nights.
- She is a skilled player, known for her impressive nine-ball strategies.
Meaning
Nine-ball is a form of billiards that requires players to hit the lowest numbered ball on the table first and ultimately pocket the nine ball to win the game.
Synonyms
- pool
- billiards
- cue sports
