Tenpin (Noun)
Meaning
One of the bottle-shaped pins used in bowling.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The bowler expertly knocked down nine of the tenpin setting, leaving one standing.
- She made a spare by hitting the remaining tenpin after a split in the lane.
- There are ten tenpins arranged in a triangular formation at the far end of the bowling lane.
- He adjusted his grip and stance in preparation for kicking the tenpin down.
- Standard tenpins used in professional bowling alleys meet precise specifications and international regulations.