Definition of balks

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • balks is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • balks is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • balks is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of balks


  • the area on a billiard table behind the balkline (noun)

    Examples

    1. a player with ball in hand must play from the balk

    Synonyms

    1. baulk
  • one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. baulk
    2. rafter
  • something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. baulk
    2. check
    3. deterrent
    4. handicap
    5. hinderance
    6. hindrance
    7. impediment
  • refuse to comply (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. baulk
    2. jib
    3. resist
  • an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base (noun)

See definition of balks in Merriam Webster