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ball2

Pronunciation: /bɔːl/

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Definition of ball

noun

a formal social gathering for dancing: Anne danced with the captain at a fancy-dress ball [as modifier]:a ball gown

Phrases

have a ball: informal enjoy oneself greatly: I was miserable but he was having a ball

Origin:

early 17th century: from French bal 'a dance', from late Latin ballare 'to dance'; related to Greek ballizein 'to dance' (also ballein 'to throw')