Pool Stick (Noun)
Meaning
Sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She grasped the pool stick tightly, took a deep breath, and prepared to make her next shot in the championship game.
- He walked into the room, spotted the dusty old pool stick hanging on the wall, and suddenly felt a wave of nostalgia for his father's old hobby.
- The instructor taught him how to properly grip the pool stick, demonstrating the varying stances and angles required for each shot.
- At the pool hall, she grabbed a pool stick and waited for her opponent to rack the balls so they could finally start their match.
- As a seasoned billiards player, he meticulously examined the weight and balance of his trusty pool stick before each major tournament.