duckpin

American

[duhk-pin] / ˈdʌkˌpɪn /

noun

Bowling. a short pin of relatively large diameter, used in a game resembling tenpins, and bowled at with small balls.
(used with a singular verb) duckpins, the game played with such pins.

Etymology

Origin of duckpin

First recorded in 1905–10; so called from the pin's resemblance to the shape of a duck

Example Sentences

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The hotel also features a rooftop bar, a lobby bar, a business center with free computers, and even duckpin bowling and Five Iron Golf on-site.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

Or visit the recreation center where you can play shuffleboard, duckpin bowling, ping pong, billiards and board games.

From New York Times • May 26, 2024

The venue is expected to have golf simulators, duckpin bowling and darts and will screening sporting events.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2023

She was a volunteer at the Thrift Shop of Trinity Episcopal Church in Arlington, Va., and a duckpin bowler.

From Washington Post • Feb. 18, 2022

Charlton also said the duckpin bowling alley that survives in Donora is an indication the club’s members wanted to have something American-inspired in their building.

From Washington Times • Apr. 25, 2017

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