bumper pool

American

noun

a pool game played on a small, often octagonally shaped table with two pockets, having strategically placed cushioned pegs on the playing surface, usually necessitating bank shots to sink balls.

Etymology

Origin of bumper pool

Probably earlier than 1975–80

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bumper pool

"I had a beautiful run until the straight and then they played bumper pool," Spencer said.

From Chicago Tribune ● Aug. 18, 2013

Basketball took me on bus trips to Connecticut, Jersey, the Bronx and to neighborhoods with private homes that had bumper pool tables in basements.

From New York Times ● Sep. 15, 2012

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