Associations to the word «Ballad»

Wiktionary

BALLAD, noun. A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.

BALLAD, noun. A slow romantic song.

BALLAD, verb. (obsolete) To make mention of in ballads.

BALLAD, verb. (intransitive) To compose or sing ballads.

BALLAD OPERA, noun. An often racy and satirical genre of English stage entertainment that originated in the 18th century.

BALLAD OPERAS, noun. Plural of ballad opera

BALLAD, noun. A narrative song with a recurrent refrain.

BALLAD, noun. A narrative poem of popular origin.

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