anchor-stroke
Definition
- Noun:
- Billiards term: "anchor-stroke" refers to a specific type of shot in billiards (a cue sport) where the cue ball strikes two object balls in succession, typically in a controlled manner to achieve a strategic position.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The player executed a perfect anchor-stroke, hitting both the red and yellow balls in one smooth motion. (A skilled shot in billiards.)
- In tournament play, the anchor-stroke is often used to set up a subsequent scoring opportunity. (A tactical application in the game.)
Advanced Usage
- Technical context: In competitive billiards, the "anchor-stroke" may be part of a sequence of shots designed to secure points or maintain control of the table.
- His anchor-stroke allowed him to pocket the first ball and leave the cue ball in a favorable position for the second. (A precise and deliberate shot.)
Variants and Related Words
Anchor (n): a device used to moor a vessel; also, a person or thing that provides stability or support.
- The anchor-stroke is named for its stabilizing effect in the game. (The term draws on the idea of a physical anchor.)
Stroke (n): a single movement or action, especially in sports or games.
- Each stroke in billiards requires careful aim and control. (A general term for a shot.)
Synonyms
- Cannon shot: a similar term in billiards for a shot hitting two balls.
- Double kiss: an informal term for a shot where the cue ball contacts two object balls.
Phrasal Verbs
- Stroke in: to make a shot with a smooth, controlled motion.
- He stroked in the anchor-stroke with ease. (Executed the shot smoothly.)
Related Idioms
- To anchor one's position: to secure a stable or advantageous place.
- The anchor-stroke helped him anchor his position in the game. (To solidify one's standing.)
Note: This term is highly specialized and primarily used in the context of billiards or cue sports. It does not have common idiomatic or everyday usage.