Ballroom
/ˈbɔːlruːm/
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Definitions
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A large room for formal dances or social gatherings.
/ˈbɔːlruːm/
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General
A large room used for balls and formal dances.
The couple first met at a charity ball in the hotel's ballroom.
💡 Simply: A big room for dancing.
More Examples
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The ballroom was filled with the music of a live orchestra.
How It's Used
Social Events
"The grand ballroom was decorated with exquisite chandeliers."
Hotels
"The hotel boasts a magnificent ballroom capable of hosting hundreds of guests."
From "ball" (a formal dance) + "room". The word emerged in the 16th century, reflecting the increasing popularity of formal dances.
The term 'ballroom' became more common as formal dances and balls gained popularity among the aristocracy.
Memory tip
Imagine a large room filled with balls (as in dance balls) and people.
Word Origin
Original meaning
"ball + room"
Base: ball
grand ballroomspacious ballroomelegant ballroom
Common misspellings
ballroumbalroom
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