—used as an attributive form of billiards
a billiard ball

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In addition to condos, the building will have a 60-foot lap pool, fitness center, sauna, cold plunge, sports simulator, billiards room, and piano lounge. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026 The hotel underwent a $75 million renovation in 2015, which added a cinema, cigar room, kids’ playroom, billiard room, and wine cellars to the already-luxurious 82-room property. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 The five-bedroom features hardwood floors, original mahogany millwork, a sunroom, a dining room with French doors inlaid with arches, an eat-in kitchen, and a lower level with a gym, billiards, and a fireplace. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 15 Sep. 2026 Inside, in the middle of his grand living room, stands a pristine billiards table. — Literary Hub, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for billiard

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of billiard was in 1580

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“Billiard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/billiard. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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