Put English on itPut English on it : PhrasesMeaning: To impart a spin to something in an effort to make it hard to control, usually a ball in sports like tennis. Example: Your serve is dangerous when you put English on it. Origin: The English way or English comes from the British game of Snooker. Snooker is a forerunner to the game of Billiards or pool. Similar to pool, Snooker uses cue sticks, balls, and a table however the table has no pockets. A technique used in Snooker is to impart a spin to the ball to alter its travel. Phrases Index | ||
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