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Short "hint"

Thick cloth that is usually green, and is used to cover tables on which games such as pool are played.

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Usage examples (36)
  • The four edges of the table feature rubber edges covered in baize called " cushions " .
  • The doors themselves were covered with green baize
  • Bostwick sat down and leaned across the soiled green baize.
  • We were shut away from the rest of the house by the baize door.
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  • The Duke, with several "beys" (titles of respect), wore his "baize" (thick fabric) coat and stood outside listening to the "bays" (animal sounds).
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