어떤 제안이나 일을 받아들이기를 주저하거나 망설이다.
To hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea, undertaking, or request.
예문:
"The committee balked at the high cost of the proposed renovation."
"Many investors balked when they saw the volatility of the market."
남의 계획이나 목표 달성을 방해하거나 좌절시키다.
To thwart, hinder, or prevent someone from achieving a goal or a plan from succeeding.
예문:
"The security guard's quick thinking balked the thief's escape attempt."
"The unexpected rainstorm balked our plans for an outdoor wedding."
야구에서 투수가 주자의 진루를 허용하는 부정 행위를 하다.
In baseball, to make an illegal motion by a pitcher that allows base runners to advance.
예문:
"The pitcher balked with a runner on third, allowing a run to score."
"He was so nervous on the mound that he balked twice in one inning."
진행을 가로막는 방해물이나 장애물, 또는 기대에 어긋남.
A hindrance, obstacle, or unexpected disappointment.
예문:
"The bureaucratic red tape proved to be a major balk to the project's progress."
"Every balk they encountered only made them more determined to finish."
건축에 사용되는 사각형 모양의 커다란 목재나 들보.
A roughly squared timber or a heavy wooden beam used in building.
예문:
"The old barn was supported by massive oak balks."
"Workers lifted the heavy balk into place to reinforce the ceiling."