Bali

American  

[bah-lee, bal-ee] / ˈbɑ li, ˈbæl i /

noun

1. an island in Indonesia, E of Java. 2,147 sq. mi. (5,561 sq. km). Singaraja.

2. one of a breed of domesticated banteng cattle, Bos banteng domesticus, raised for milk and meat and as a work animal.

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Bali British  

/ ˈbɑːlɪ /

noun

1. an island in Indonesia, east of Java: mountainous, rising over 3000 m (10 000 ft). Capital: Denpasar. Pop: 3 151 162 (2000). Area: 5558 sq km (2146 sq miles)

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Bali Cultural  

1. Island of southern Indonesia east of Java.

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Bali's striking volcanic (see volcano) scenery provides a romantic backdrop for its culture, known for its elaborate dances, rituals, and handicrafts.

Example Sentences

Stephen Bali, then mayor of Blacktown in Sydney, led opposition to the project in his suburb and urged Fiji to seek independent scientific data.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

And Felucia Sengky Ratna, head of the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration Bali, said: "This achievement demonstrates that immigration surveillance in Bali is effective, integrated, and responsive to transnational threats."

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The pair were in Bali when police were summoned to their Porter Ranch home Thursday morning, according to a source familiar with the incident.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

It means they can travel from Boston to Bali, or Amsterdam to Antananarivo with a single stop and a minimum of fuss.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

They take family trips to Tahiti and Bali.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti