What is another word for straight rail?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈe͡ɪt ɹˈe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
Straight rail is a term used in the game of billiards to describe a type of shot where the cue ball is hit directly into the object ball which then rolls straight down the table and into a pocket. There are several synonyms for straight rail that are commonly used in the billiards community. These include direct shot, single rail shot, straight-in shot, rail game, and straight pool. Each of these terms is used interchangeably to describe the same type of billiards shot and can be found in various billiards guides and online forums. No matter what you call it, mastering the straight rail shot is essential to becoming a skilled billiards player.
