Bowling Pin (Noun)
Meaning
A club-shaped wooden object used in bowling; set up in triangular groups of ten as the target.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The bowling pin, made of wood or plastic, sits atop a relatively thin base that allows it to be knocked over more easily.
- Her aim was directly at the center bowling pin, hoping it would be her first strike of the evening.
- As the bowling pin hit the ground it made a loud crashing noise, prompting cheers from the onlookers in the small bowling alley.
- Unfortunately for John he missed his target and hit the bowling pin right next to it, scoring a measly six points.
- Each lane was lined with ten bowling pins arranged in a precise triangular formation, inviting the players to take their best shot.