Pushout - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Pushout

Pushout is a billiards term that is a part of Billiard Technique Terminology.

In 9-ball, the first player to shoot following the break can elect a pushout, which is a form of free shots. Pocketing the cue ball or causing the cue ball to leave the table are the only fouls. Any balls pocketed are spotted. The incoming player may make a legal shot or hand the table back to the player who elected for the pushout.

See: push out, push for more on the meaning of "Pushout".

Pushout - Usage

I refuse the pushout, so it is back to you Jeff.

Billiards - Pushout

• Billiard Technique Glossary of Terms
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• Title: Pushout
• Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
• Published: 3/13/2006
• Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:47 AM
• Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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