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)
Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (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.
