baulk
noun 1. the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk" [syn: balk] 2. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress [syn: hindrance] 3. one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof [syn: rafter]
verb 1. refuse to comply [syn: resist]
I'm thinking you mean to put a ball into Baulk. In Billiards, it doesn't apply to snooker or pool, a cueball in the Baulk area must be played down the table, that is out of Baulk. Baulk is the area including the D that is between the line & the top cushion.
A baulk colour is any of the coloured snooker balls usually spotted on the baulk line in snooker - the yellow, green, and brown balls.
In cue sports, the baulk line is the line at the baulk end of the snooker table, upon which the green, yellow, and brown balls are placed.
The baulk area has no significance in Snooker and is only used in the game of English Billiards; an object-ball within this area is considered to be "In-Baulk", and cannot be played at directly if the striker is "In-Hand".
"Baulk" (or "balk") generally means to hesitate or refuse to proceed with an action, often due to uncertainty or reluctance. In sports, particularly in baseball or billiards, it refers to a situation where a player stops short of their intended move, often resulting in a penalty or a change in play. In construction or carpentry, "baulk" can refer to a large beam or timber. The term can also imply a failure to fulfill an obligation or expectation.
In billiards and snooker, the baulk line is located 29 inches (73.66 cm) from the baulk cushion. This line is a key reference point on the table, marking the area where players can place their cue ball after a foul or during the break shot. The distance ensures a standard playing area across all regulated tables.
The Baulk area is marked by a line drawn 29 inches from the bottom cushion. A semi circle with a radius of 11.5 inches centered on this line within Baulk forms the 'D' in which the cue ball must be placed when breaking off, or after the cue ball has been potted, or shot off the table. The position of three of the coloured balls, Green, Pink and Yellow are located along this line prior to the commencement of the game
A baulk ring is a synchronizer component used in manual transmissions to help match the speed of gears before engagement. It reduces gear clash and wear on the transmission components by allowing smoother shifting.
A positive baulk ring synchromesh gearbox is a type of manual transmission designed to facilitate smooth gear shifting without grinding. It uses baulk rings that engage with the synchronizer to match the speeds of the gears, allowing for seamless engagement. This design helps reduce wear and tear on the gearbox components and improves the overall driving experience by enabling quicker and more precise gear changes. The positive engagement of the baulk rings also enhances durability and reliability in various driving conditions.
A baulk ring type synchromesh features a baulk ring that helps synchronize the speeds of the gears during shifting, preventing gear clash. Additionally, it employs a cone-shaped design that allows the ring to engage smoothly with the gear, ensuring a seamless transition between gears and enhancing overall transmission performance.
copper based alloy, Phosphor bronze ;)
The croquet start line is called a baulk line.