Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bridging-shot

noun

/ˈbrɪdʒ.ɪŋ ʃɒt/

Definition

A bridging shot is a type of shot in billiards or pool where a player extends the cue stick to make a shot over a significant distance, often using another object to help support the cue.

Examples

The player used a bridging shot to successfully hit the eight ball from across the table.
In a tricky situation, mastering the bridging shot can help improve your game significantly.
After practicing bridging shots for weeks, she felt more confident during her matches.

Meaning

The term refers to the technique used to bridge the gap between the cue ball and the target ball when they are separated by a distance that makes a standard stroke difficult.