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Ball
Sounds like
BAWL
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Simple meaning
What does Ball mean?
A ball is a round object used for play or sports.
Dictionary definition
A round object used in games and sports.
Example sentences
Ball in a sentence
easy
The dog chased the red ball.
medium
The soccer ball rolled across the field.
hard
The player kept her eye on the ball before making the final kick.
Synonyms
Words like Ball
sphereUse for a round 3D shape.
game ballUse for a ball used in a sport or game.
Antonyms
Opposite words
cubeA shape with flat square sides, unlike a round ball.
flat objectA contrast to a round object.
Word family
Ball word family
Base word
ball
noun
balls
More than one ball.
noun
ballplayer
A person who plays a ball sport.
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Quick practice
Try Ball
Practice 1
What does ball mean?
A ball is usually round and used for play or sports.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to ball when talking about shape?
A sphere is a round 3D shape.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for ball?
A cube has flat square sides, unlike a round ball.
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