baulk | ||
1. | [ verb ] refuse to comply | |
Synonyms: | balk jib resist | |
Related terms: | disobey balker obstructionist resistance | |
2. | [ noun ] something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress | |
Synonyms: | deterrent handicap impediment balk check hindrance | |
Related terms: | difficulty obstacle drag albatross straitjacket bind obstruct handicap | |
3. | [ noun ] the area on a billiard table behind the balkline | |
Synonyms: | balk | |
Examples: | "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk" |
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Related terms: | area pool_table | |
4. | [ noun ] one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof | |
Synonyms: | rafter balk | |
Related terms: | beam rafter | |
Similar spelling: |
Balk Balke balky ballock Balicki Balch Bales Balis balsa Balog Balls Balas Ballas Balles Bailes Balogh Bayles Baylis Ballweg Ballagh Balochi Baluchi Bayless Bayliss Balleza bulk |