definition of
balk

[1] #1 balk v. [resist, baulk, jib] refuse to comply. wn

[2] #2 balk n. [baulk] the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk". wn

[3] #3 balk n. [hindrance, hinderance, deterrent, impediment, baulk, check, handicap] something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress. wn

[4] #4 balk n. [rafter, baulk] one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof. wn

[5] #5 balk n. an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base. wn