billiards (gentlemans' game)

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Scope note
Game that developed in the 19th century as a game of skill, using a cue ball for each player and a red striker ball. The object of the game is to use your cue ball to push the striker ball into your opponent’s cue ball. A billiards table does not have pockets.
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Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024