plant shot
1 of 1noun/ˈplænt ʃɑt/
Forms:plant shots
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a shot in cue sports where one ball is driven into another to pocket a third ball
A plant shot is a move in pool or snooker where the cue ball hits one object ball, and that ball then strikes another object ball, causing the second ball to be potted into a pocket. The player aims to position the cue ball so that when it contacts the first object ball, it sends that ball into the second one at the correct angle to pot it. Plant shots require careful planning and precise positioning to ensure the balls are aligned properly, making it a skillful and strategic way to pot balls that may be difficult to reach directly.
- He surprised everyone with an unexpected plant shot.
- He executed a perfect plant shot to sink the 8-ball.
- The plant shot set up an easy win for her team.
- She lined up the plant shot to clear the table.
- Practicing the plant shot improved his overall game strategy.