skittle ball

Thân thiện

A child rolls a skittle ball toward a set of ninepins.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A ball used in the game of skittles: A hard, typically wooden or synthetic ball designed specifically for rolling to knock down the ninepins (skittles) in the game of skittles.

Usage

• The term "skittle ball" refers specifically to the equipment used in the sport. It is used to describe the object itself, not the action.
• It is a compound noun where "skittle" acts as an adjective modifying "ball," indicating the ball's purpose.

Examples

• Noun:
  • He rolled the skittle ball down the alley with perfect aim.
  • The weight and size of a regulation skittle ball are strictly defined.
  • Please return the skittle ball to the rack after the game.

Advanced Usage

• While "skittle ball" is the specific term, in casual conversation about the game, the word "ball" alone is often understood from context.
  • Pass me the ball. (Implied: the skittle ball)

Variants and Related Words

• Skittle: (Noun) One of the pin-like targets (ninepins) in the game.
• Skittles: (Noun) The game itself, or the set of pins used in the game.
• Ninepin ball: A less common synonym for "skittle ball."

Synonyms

• Ninepin ball: A direct synonym, though "skittle ball" is more common in modern usage.

Related Phrases

• To bowl a skittle ball: The action of rolling the ball in the game.
  • She learned how to bowl a skittle ball with a smooth underarm technique.

Học thuật

Noun

1. ball used to knock down ninepins

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ninepin ball