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"

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