the belle of the ball
Definition of the belle of the ball
old-fashioned
: the most beautiful and popular woman at a dance, party, etc. She was the belle of the ball.
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belleplay
: a popular and attractive girl or woman
: a girl or woman whose charm and beauty make her a favorite
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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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