definition of
baulk

[1] #1 baulk n. [balk] the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk". wn

[2] #2 baulk v. [resist, balk, jib] refuse to comply. wn

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

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