Dot - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Dot

Dot is a billiards slang term that is a part of Pool Table Terminology.

A dot is a layman's term for the small diamond spots that are commonly embedded in to the surface of a billiard table's rails. The dot placement is crucial for some diamond system aiming techniques.

See: diamonds, diamond system for more on the meaning of "Dot".

Dot - Usage

How do you use the dots on a pool table?

Billiards - Dot

Title: Dot
Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
Published: 3/10/2006
Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:06 AM
Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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