in-off
English edit
Etymology edit
From a reconstitution of (go) in + off (preposition), as used in phrases such as, "The white has gone in off the black."
Adverb edit
in-off (not comparable)
- (snooker, pool) Of the cue ball: (going) into a pocket, after cannoning another ball.
- 2008 May 2, John Dee, The Telegraph:
- Hendry replied with 34, but went in-off attempting a double and next season's world No.1 returned to the table to put the frame beyond doubt and level at 4-4.
Noun edit
- (snooker, pool) The situation where the cue ball goes into a pocket after striking the object ball.
- He looked set to win the frame, until the in-off from the yellow.
Synonyms edit
- (in English billiards): losing hazard