ballad

US /ˈbæl.əd/
UK /ˈbæl.əd/
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1.

a poem or song narrating a story in short stanzas

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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.
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2.

a slow sentimental or romantic song

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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.
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