baulk meaning and definition

BAULK noun

Definition of baulk (noun)

1. the area on a billiard table behind the balkline
   • "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk"
   • synonyms: balk
2. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
   • synonyms: balk, check, deterrent, handicap, hinderance, hindrance, impediment
3. one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof
   • synonyms: balk, rafter

BAULK verb

Definition of baulk (verb)

1. refuse to comply
   • synonyms: balk, jib, resist