ball gown
Definition of ball gown
a long dress that is worn to large formal parties for dancing
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ballplay
: a round or roundish body or mass: such as
: a spherical or ovoid body used in a game or sport
: earth, globe
: to form or gather into a ball
: to form or gather into a ball
: a large formal gathering for social dancing
: a very pleasant experience : a good time
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gownplay
: a loose flowing outer garment formerly worn by men
: a distinctive robe worn by a professional or academic person
: a woman's dress
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