angle shot: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

It is typically written as two separate words: 'angle shot'. Hyphenation ('angle-shot') is less common but sometimes used, especially when functioning as a compound modifier before a noun (e.g., an angle-shot strategy).

All bank shots (shots rebounding off a cushion) are a type of angle shot. However, 'angle shot' is a broader term that can also refer to shots where the object ball is struck at an angle to make it go into a pocket directly, or to carom off another ball.

Yes, but it is a metaphorical extension. It describes a clever, often slightly deceptive, tactic or approach to gain an advantage in situations like business, politics, or debate.

No. In its literal sporting sense, it is technical jargon within that domain. In its figurative sense, it is informal and somewhat colloquial.

In billiards or pool: a shot where the cue ball strikes the object ball at an angle, causing it to rebound off a cushion or another ball.

Angle shot: in British English it is pronounced /ˈæŋɡl̩ ˌʃɒt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈæŋɡl̩ ˌʃɑt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.