English to English Dictionary

Ballot

A process of voting, in writing or by using a ballot box, especially in secret.

Balloting

The process of voting, especially in secret using small balls, tickets, or modern voting systems.

Ballow

A pole, stick, or cudgel.

Ballpark

A large sports stadium used primarily for playing baseball.

Ballpark Figure

A rough estimate or approximation of a value, often used in financial or business contexts.

Ballpoint

A pen that has a tiny metal ball as its writing point, which rolls ink onto the paper from a storage tube inside.

Ballpoint pen

A pen that has a small metal ball as the point at the lower end, which rolls ink from a reservoir onto the paper.

Ballroom

A large room inside a building, typically in a hotel, palace, or large mansion, used for hosting formal dances and social gatherings.

Ballroom Dance

A type of partner dance that is performed in a ballroom setting, typically characterized by formal styles and structured movements.

Balm

A fragrant ointment or preparation used to heal or soothe the skin.

Baloney

Nonsense; foolishness.

Balsa

A lightweight, buoyant wood obtained from the balsa tree, used especially in model building and crafting.