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Kamikaze Play - Breaking points in your home board in hopes of getting the stones recirculated, used to set up a back game.

Key Point - A point required to complete a prime in front of the opponent's runners; the four-point, five-point, and bar-point are usually key points.

Kibitz - - To watch a game or match, or to make a comment during the game within hearing distance of the players.

Kibitzer - Spectator to a game. Good etiquette dictates that kibitzers not discuss the game within earshot of the players.

Kill a stone - To move a stone deep within your home board where it serves no useful attacking or building purpose.

Kill a Number - To create a position in which a specific number on the dice cannot be played on the next turn.

Knock Off - To hit a stone.

Knockout Tournament - A type of tournament where you continue play until you lose.