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What Is The Definition Of Kingpin In Bowling?
1. The term kingpin is used to describe the pin that is directly in the middle of the set of pins. The kingpin, which is the number 5 pin in a group of 10, is crucially to hitting a strike. If the bowler hits the group of pins lightly, the chances of this pin to remain standing is high. If the bowler hits the group of pins with a good amount of force and with a slight curve coming in, the chances of hitting this pin are greater than average.
Example Of How Kingpin Is Used In Commentary
1. Hardwick hits that perfectly, sending the kingpin flying into the seven for the spare.
Also Known As:
1. Center Pin
2. Five Pin
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Bowling
