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Line bowling refers to focusing on a particular line of throw from the release point to the pins, often imagining a line where the ball needs to travel.

Spot bowling is a technique where the bowler aims at specific spots on the lane (arrows or dots) to guide their throw, rather than looking at the pins.

A split occurs when the headpin is knocked down, but two or more non-adjacent pins remain, making it challenging to knock all pins down with the next ball.

Oil patterns are the distribution of conditioning oil applied on the lanes, which affect how the ball reacts and moves toward the pins.

A tweener is a bowler who combines elements of both stroker and cranker styles, striking a balance between power and precision.

Though not directly related to bowling, a hammer throw is a term mistakenly used for a powerful, forceful bowling shot intended to maximize pin action.

A turkey refers to when a bowler scores three consecutive strikes in a game of bowling.

Lofting is a bowling technique where the bowler purposely throws the ball in a way that it travels through the air over the initial part of the lane before it contacts the lane surface.

A hook is a bowling shot that curves as it approaches the pins. It involves imparting a side spin on the ball, causing it to move left or right.

A stroker is a type of bowler who focuses on precision and smoothness, aiming to throw the ball with less power but more control and accuracy.

The release is the moment when a bowler lets go of the ball, crucial for determining the ball's speed, rotation, and trajectory.

A spare is a score achieved by knocking down all remaining pins with the second ball in a frame, after some are left standing after the first throw.

The approach is the sequence of steps a bowler takes before releasing the ball, which sets the body position for an effective throw.

A cranker is a bowler who uses a high backswing and generates a high rate of revolutions, leading to a powerful throw with a strong hook.