In Off - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of In Off

In Off is a billiards term that is a part of Billiard Technique Terminology.

A shot where an object ball Caroms or glances off another ball, or balls, which redirect its path toward a pocket. This technique is often played intentionally when a direct route to the pocket is blocked, or when the desired cue ball position is more naturally achieved by aiming for the "in off", rather than the direct shot.

In Off - Usage

Did you sink anything? Yeah, I potted a red that was in off the brown.

Billiards - In Off

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• Title: In Off
• Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
• Published: 4/16/2006
• Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:26 AM
• Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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