pool hall
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pool hall
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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The movie also contains staged footage, including arguably cheesy Midwest-law-enforcement world building: Two detectives who help break the case are introduced while killing time in a pool hall.
From New York Times • Feb. 8, 2024
Businesses including a grocery store, barber shop and pool hall benefitted the Black community.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 5, 2023
As a teenager, D’Elia met Bufalino in a pool hall in Pittston, Pa., and began working for him as his driver, among other duties.
From Washington Times • May 10, 2023
He played in tournaments at a local pool hall, his daughter said, and when the carnival came to town, he would come home with a giant stuffed animal from acing the pool table challenges.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2022
Through the window, the pool hall appears dim but inviting.
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
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