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Nine Ball

By Matthew Sherman, About.com

Definition: Nine Ball (9-ball) is a popular game where sinking the 9-ball wins. It is a rotation game, meaning that the lowest numbered ball on the table must be struck first by the cue ball. 9-ball is a fast, exciting game whose drama is tailor made for television.
Also Known As: 9-ball
Examples: By hitting the 1-ball into the nine, sending the nine into the pocket, she won the 9-ball game and match.

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