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Masse Shot

Noun:

A billiards shot, played with spin, in which the cue ball is struck below its center, creating a curved path.

Example Sentence:

He executed a perfect masse shot, causing the cue ball to curve around the obstructing balls and knock the target ball into the corner pocket.

Verb:

To execute a billiards shot with spin, striking the cue ball below its center to create a curved trajectory.

Example Sentence:

She masse shot the cue ball around the cluster of balls, potting her target ball with precision and winning the game.

Adjective:

Referring to a billiards shot that involves applying spin to the cue ball to make it curve.

Example Sentence:

The player showcased his exceptional skills with a masse shot technique, leaving his opponent astonished at the ball's unexpected path.

Adverb:

Describing the manner in which a billiards shot is played, employing spin to make the cue ball curve.

Example Sentence:

The player aimed carefully and masse shot the cue ball beautifully, causing it to bend gracefully around the intervening balls.