Carom — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈker-əm/ car·om

Meaning & Definition of Carom

Carom (noun)

  1. a shot in billiards in which the cue ball strikes each of two object balls
  2. a shot in pool in which an object ball strikes another ball before falling into a pocket
  3. a rebounding especially at an angle

Carom (verb)

  1. to strike and rebound, glance
  2. to make a carom
  3. to proceed by or as if by caroms

Carom (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to strike and fly off at an angle

    "a ball caromed off the wall"

    similar: bounce, glance, rebound, ricochet, skim, skip
    related: brush, graze, nudge, rake, shave, sweep, bump, contact, hit, kiss, touch, sideswipe, reflect

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Carom

The most common words with a similar meaning to Carom:

bounce, glance, rebound, ricochet, skim, skip

Related Words for Carom

brush, graze, nudge, rake, shave, sweep, bump, contact, hit, kiss, touch, sideswipe, reflect

Word Forms of Carom

Inflections: caromed, caroming, caroms

Origin & Etymology of Carom

by shortening & alteration from obsolete carambole, from Spanish carambola

First known use: 1779

Frequently Asked Questions about Carom

What does "Carom" mean?

"Carom" means a shot in billiards in which the cue ball strikes each of two object balls. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a shot in billiards in which the cue ball strikes each of two object balls.

What is another word for "Carom"?

Other words for "Carom" include bounce, glance, rebound, ricochet, skim and skip. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Carom" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Carom"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Carom". Common alternatives include bounce, glance, rebound, ricochet, skim and skip.

How do you use "Carom" in a sentence?

Examples of "Carom" in a sentence: "a ball caromed off the wall".

Is "Carom" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Carom" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Carom"?

"Carom" is pronounced /ˈker-əm/ and divided into syllables as car·om.

What is the origin of the word "Carom"?

"Carom" comes from by shortening & alteration from obsolete carambole, from Spanish carambola. First known use: 1779.

What is another word for "Carom" meaning "to strike and fly off at an angle"?

When "Carom" (verb) means to strike and fly off at an angle, synonyms include bounce, glance, rebound, ricochet, skim and skip.