How to pronounce "balk"

• "balk" pronounced in English.

• "balk" pronounced in Dutch.

Meanings and definitions of "balk"

Noun

the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk"

Synonyms:

• balk
• baulk

Noun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Synonyms:

• hindrance
• hinderance
• deterrent
• impediment
• balk
• baulk
• check
• handicap

Noun

one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

Synonyms:

• rafter
• balk
• baulk

Noun

an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base

Synonyms:

• balk

Verb

refuse to comply

Synonyms:

• resist
• balk
• baulk
• jib