Meaning of the word carom in English

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carom

US /ˈker.əm/

UK /ˈker.əm/

a shot in billiards or snooker in which the cue ball strikes two other balls in succession

Example:

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He made a perfect carom shot to win the game.

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The player attempted a difficult carom off the side cushion.

to strike and rebound

Example:

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The ball caromed off the wall and landed in the basket.

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The puck caromed off the post and into the net.

Synonym:

rebound ricochet bounce

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