Definition

A type of pin used in the game of bowling, shaped like a bottle and typically 15 inches tall.

Example

He knocked down all ten pins in the first frame of the game.

Conversation

Have you ever tried bowling with tenpin pins?

Yeah, it's so much fun! I love how competitive it gets.

I want to improve my game, especially with those tricky tenpin setups.

Just practice a bit more, and you'll be knocking them down in no time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tenpin → The word 'tenpin' is formed from 'ten' (from Old English 'tiene', meaning the number ten) and 'pin' (from Middle English 'pinne', meaning a small cylindrical object). The term refers to the ten pins used in the game of bowling, which players aim to knock down.

Memory Tip

Think of the number 'ten' representing the total number of pins in bowling, and 'pin' as the small objects that are knocked down.

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