Arc - Billiard Term Definition
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Definition of Arc
Arc is a billiards term that is a part of Billiard Technique Terminology.
The arc of the cue ball is the extent to which it curves as a result of a semi-masse or masse shot. Arc is also used to describe the path of the cue ball as a result these masse shots. The path, if traced, would form an arc.
See: curve shot, masse shot, swerve shot, semi masse shot, semi masse, masse for more on the meaning of "Arc".
Arc - Usage
Use a semi masse shot and shoot an arc around the 7 ball to hit the 6.
Billiards - Arc
- Title: Arc
- Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
- Published: 11/30/2006
- Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:47:58 AM
- Last Updated By: billiardsforum
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