Meaning of the word ballad in English

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ballad

US /ˈbæl.əd/

UK /ˈbæl.əd/

a poem or song narrating a story in short stanzas

Example:

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The folk singer performed a traditional ballad about a lost love.

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Many old English ballads tell tales of knights and dragons.

Synonym:

song poem lay chant ditty

a slow sentimental or romantic song

Example:

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The singer ended the concert with a powerful love ballad.

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Her new album features several beautiful piano ballads.

Synonym:

love song torch song lullaby

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