Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
marbles
noun
/ˈmɑːr.bəlz/
Definition
Small, round objects made from glass, clay, or other materials, often used in games or as decorative items.
Examples
- Children often play with marbles at recess.
- He has a collection of vintage glass marbles.
- After his injury, he joked that he was losing his marbles.
Meaning
Marbles can refer to both the physical objects used in play and, in a slang context, can indicate someone’s mental state (as in ‘losing your marbles’).
Synonyms
- balls
- stones
- orbs
