BAULK
Scrabble letter values: B3A1U1L1K5 = 11
Definition
- verb refuse to comply. — synonyms: resist, balk, jib
- noun the area on a billiard table behind the balkline. — synonyms: balk
- noun something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress. — synonyms: hindrance, hinderance, deterrent, impediment, balk, check, handicap
- noun one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof. — synonyms: rafter, balk
Examples
- “a player with ball in hand must play from the balk”
- “The horse balked.”
- “to balk expectation”