A military engine or catapult used to fire stones or other missiles at an enemy's position, consisting of a sling attached to the extremity of a long lever that is strained into a position of tension by ropes and released suddenly; compare "trebuchet".

The rebound of a ball from the wall of the court. Also: a sidestroke which drives the ball against the wall. Also more fully "coup de bricole".

A game or style of play in which players must cause the ball to rebound against one of the cushions.

A leather strap worn over a gunner's shoulder, attached to which is a drag rope used to haul a cannon or large-calibre gun in the field.