Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
billiards
noun
/ˈbɪliərdz/
Definition
Billiards is a cue sport played on a rectangular table covered with felt, where players use a cue stick to hit balls into pockets or into specific positions on the table.
Examples
- He enjoyed playing billiards with friends every Friday night.
- She won the local billiards tournament.
- Learning to play billiards requires practice and precision.
Meaning
It refers to a game that involves striking balls on a table with the goal of scoring points through various means, typically using a cue stick.
Synonyms
- pool
- snooker
- cue sports
