ballas

[bal-uhs]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. a spherical aggregate of small diamond crystals used for drilling and for various industrial purposes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ballas¹

Apparently variant of balas in phrase balas ruby spinel ruby, balas being taken to mean “spinel”

Example Sentences

In total, they netted 37 points from the judges, with head judge Shirley Ballas calling their routine "extraordinary".

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Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and head judge Shirley Ballas will be watching every step taken by the dancers.

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Judge Shirley Ballas was among those sending well wishes on Instagram.

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Irwin and Carson was awarded 15 points, which put them in a tie for top marks alongside team Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas.

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The court heard Ballas moved her mother to a different address and increased her security as Shaw made continued unwanted attempts to contact her.

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