The term 'bowling piece' can be defined as a NINEPIN, which is a type of bowling pin that is shorter and thicker than the standard tenpin. Ninepins are used in a variety of bowling games, such as nine-pin skittles, candlepin bowling, and duckpin bowling. The game of nine-pin skittles is believed to have originated in Germany in the 15th century, and it has since become popular in many countries around the world.