Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
headpin
noun
ˈhɛd.pɪn
Definition
A headpin is the pin located at the front of a set of bowling pins that is aimed for a strike.
Examples
- The bowler successfully struck the headpin, leading to a spare on the next roll.
- Focusing on hitting the headpin consistently will improve your overall bowling score.
Meaning
In bowling, the headpin is the pin that is positioned at the front of the triangular formation of pins. It is the first pin that players aim to knock down, as knocking down the headpin often leads to the best chance of knocking down the remaining pins.
Synonyms
- front pin
- first pin
