Baulk — synonyms, definition

1. baulk (Noun) Brit

7 synonyms
check deterrent handicap hinderance hindrance impediment rafter
3 definitions

baulk (Noun) — The area on a billiard table behind the balkline. ex. "a player with ball in hand must play from the baulk"

baulk (Noun) — Something that interferes with (or delays) action or progress.

baulk (Noun) — One of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof.

5 types of
area beam difficulty expanse surface area
9 types
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3 parts of
billiard table pool table snooker table

2. baulk (Verb) Brit

6 synonyms
balk hesitate jib resist waffle waver
2 definitions

baulk (Verb) — Pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness.

baulk (Verb) — Refuse to comply.

1 type of
disobey
11 types
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