CARAMBOLE Meaning and
Definition
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Carambole is a term predominantly used in the sport of billiards, referring to a particular type of shot involving the contact between three balls. It is also known as carom or cannon shot. The word carambole originates from the French word "caramboler," which means to strike or hit.
In billiards, carambole is a shot where the player's cue ball strikes both object balls successively, ideally earning points or other benefits. This shot is typically performed on a billiard table with no pockets. The objective is to hit one object ball with the cue ball, making it hit the second object ball, resulting in a successful carambole. This maneuver requires precise calculation of angles, speed, and spin applied to the cue ball.
Carambole is an essential element of various billiard games, such as straight rail, three-cushion billiards, or artistic billiards. These games often demand high levels of skill, control, and strategic thinking. The complexity of carambole shots increases when players must calculate multiple rebounds or intricate patterns involving several cushions.
Beyond billiards, the term carambole can also refer to a tropical fruit tree known as Averrhoa carambola. This tree produces star-shaped fruit, commonly referred to as star fruit due to its distinctive shape when sliced. The fruit's sweet and tangy flavor, often likened to a blend of citrus and apple, makes it a popular ingredient in various culinary dishes and beverages.
Etymology of CARAMBOLE
The word "carambole" has its etymology rooted in the 18th-century French word "caramboler", which means "to hit against" or "to collide". It is derived from the Spanish word "carambola", meaning "a cannonball". The term "carambole" originated in the game of billiards, specifically in the form of carom billiards, where the objective is to strike both the object ball and the opponent's cue ball with a player's own cue ball. Over time, "carambole" became more widely used to refer to the act of hitting one ball off another in various games, such as billiards, pool, and snooker.
Conjugate verb Carambole
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