billiard

noun

bil·liard ˈbi(l)-yərd

—used as an attributive form of billiards

a billiard ball

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Bedrooms aside, each residence has its own features—a billiards room in Norwood, an infinity pool in Dunkeld, the superb garden suites in Castlereagh, the roaring fires in Summerville, and the rose terraces at Tientsin. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 Inside are 25-foot ceilings, marble and wood floors, expansive windows, a wine room, full bar, movie theater, billiards room, and two offices. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026 The five-bedroom features hardwood floors, original mahogany millwork, a sunroom, a dining room with French doors inlaid with arches, an eat-in kitchen, and a lower level with a gym, billiards, and a fireplace. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 15 Sep. 2026 Inside, in the middle of his grand living room, stands a pristine billiards table. — Literary Hub, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for billiard

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1580, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of billiard was in 1580

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