Definition of snooker
: a variation of pool played with 15 red balls and 6 variously colored balls
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Origin and Etymology of snooker
origin unknown
Examples of snooker in a Sentence
I can't believe you managed to snooker me with that story about being an orphan.
First Known Use of snooker
1925
SNOOKER Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of snooker for English Language Learners
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: a version of the game of pool that is played chiefly in Britain with a cue ball, 15 red balls, and 6 balls of other colors on a table that has 6 pockets
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Definition of snooker for English Language Learners
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: to trick or deceive (someone)
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: to prevent (someone) from doing or achieving something
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