duckpin

/ˈdʌk.pɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a small ball, usually made of wood, used in the game of duckpin bowling, typically 2.75 inches in diameter and weighing 2 pounds.

“The duckpin rolled down the lane and knocked down all ten pins.”

2. verb

to knock down all ten pins with the first ball in a game of duckpin bowling, scoring a perfect game.

“She duckpinned the game, earning a perfect score.”

3. verb

to bowl a perfect game, especially in duckpin bowling.

“He duckpinned the game and was awarded a trophy.”

Synonyms

  • pin
  • strike

Antonyms

  • gutter ball
  • split