Meaning of the word marbles in English

What does marbles mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marbles

US /ˈmɑr·bəlz/
UK /ˈmɑː.bəlz/

Plural Noun

1.

small balls of colored glass or stone used as toys

Example:
The children played a game of marbles in the yard.
He collected rare and colorful marbles.
2.

one's mental faculties or common sense (informal)

Example:
He's lost his marbles, talking to himself like that.
Are you sure you haven't lost your marbles?