Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Balk.
How to pronounce balk:
Def 1 UK
Balk - as a noun
The area on a billiard table behind the balkline
Example: "A player with ball in hand must play from the balk"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulk11Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulk11check16deterrent10handicap16hinderance16hindrance15impediment17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty22Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An illegal pitching motion while runners are on base
Example Sentences
"The team scored a run after the pitcher's balk."
"The batter called a timeout to disrupt the pitcher's rhythm after the balk."
"The umpire immediately called a balk when the pitcher made an illegal move."
"The crowd booed loudly when the umpire called a balk."
"The coach argued with the umpire about the balk call."
Word Game Points
Is BALK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, balk is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BALK has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is BALK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, balk is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBALK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is BALK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, balk is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBALK has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
