balker

Meanings

• noun

  A person who obstructs or hinders progress, especially by persistent argument or refusal to cooperate.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with balker
walker , talker , hocker

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Variants

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balk , balked , balker , balkers , balking , balks

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to shy away from' in the context of a horse. Derived from Old English 'baluken' meaning 'to draw back, recoil'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'balker' is often used in the context of horse training to describe a horse that refuses to move forward.

2. In the game of bridge, a 'balking' bid is one where a player passes on their turn despite having a strong hand.

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Related Concepts

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1. obstruction: The act or instance of obstructing or hindering progress.

2. resistance: The act or instance of opposing or refusing to comply with someone's wishes or authority.

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Culture

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In literature, 'balker' is used to describe a character who obstructs progress or refuses to cooperate. In art, there are no known depictions specifically related to the word 'balker'. In music, there is a heavy metal band named 'Balker'.

How to Memorize "balker"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person standing in the way, refusing to let others pass. Imagine their body language and facial expression.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'balker' with the image of a traffic jam or a group project where one person is causing delays.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'BALK' as an acronym for 'Balks and obstructs progress'.

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