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bola
[ˈbɔ.lə]
noun
feminine
pl: bolas
ball
1.
a spherical or round object used in sports and games
The children played with a ball in the park.
As crianças brincaram com uma bola no parque.
2.
a sphere or globe shape
The Earth is a ball of rock and water.
A Terra é uma bola de rocha e água.
3.
a social gathering or formal dance event
She wore a beautiful dress to the ball.
Ela usava um vestido lindo no baile.
4.
a rounded mass or lump
He made a ball of dough.
Ele fez uma bola de massa.
NYC Slang
ball
Synonyms
esfera
globo
baile
pelota
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
bola
standard term for ball in sports and games
Portugal
bola
standard term, also used for formal dances and celebrations
Related Idioms & Phrases
bola de neve
estar com a bola nas mãos
colocar a bola no pé
bola fora
jogo de bola
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