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ballroom

American  
[bawl-room, -room] / ˈbɔlˌrum, -ˌrʊm /

noun

  1. a large room, as in a hotel or resort, with a polished floor for dancing.

ballroom British  
/ -ˌrʊm, ˈbɔːlˌruːm /

noun

  1. a large hall for dancing

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Etymology

Origin of ballroom

First recorded in 1730–40; ball 2 + room

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The prestigious property boasts seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, a sophisticated office, and a lavish ballroom built for hosting the bash of Trudeau’s dreams.

From MarketWatch

The East Wing of the White House was demolished last autumn to make way for the ballroom.

From BBC

A 71-year-old ballroom dancer said she had no idea she had been cast in a Taylor Swift music video until ten minutes before filming.

From BBC

She was a ballroom dancer and president of her school's student council.

From BBC

“Frankenstein” star Jacob Elordi, at 6 feet 5 easy to spot from across the ballroom, leaned down to hug Teyana Taylor, a supporting actress Oscar nominee for “One Battle After Another.”

From Los Angeles Times

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