Definitions

1. noun

a ball used in a game or sport, typically with a number or color indicating the result of a question or prediction, such as in the game of eight-ball

“In the game of pool, the eightball is a crucial ball that can win or lose the game.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is considered typical or representative of something, especially in a negative way

“The eightball of the company’s culture is its toxic work environment, which affects employee morale.”

3. verb

to give a negative or unhelpful answer to a question, especially in a humorous or sarcastic way

“The comedian eightballed the audience’s question, saying ‘I don’t know’ in a ridiculous tone.”