table
Rectangular wooden table (9 ft x 5 ft) that is 2.5 ft above the ground; it is divided in half by a net.
white tape
Strip of material with a cord passing through it; the cord is attached to the net supports to suspend the net.
net support
Vertical piece that is 6 in high and stretches the net by means of white tape.
center line
Line that divides each table half into two parts; the serve is made diagonally.
playing surface
Tabletop with lines and edges; players hit the ball from one side of the table to the other.
net
Loosely stitched divider across the middle of the table; players must hit the ball over it.
mesh
The tiny squares make up the net; they are formed of interlaced threads.
end line
Line that marks the ends of the playing surface and the back line of the serving zone.
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