bal

Definitions of bal
  1. noun
    a party for social dancing
    synonyms: soirée dansante
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    types:
    bal masqué
    a ball at which guests wear costumes and masks
    fête scolaire
    a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
    type of:
    fête, réception
    an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment
  2. noun
    a lavish dance requiring formal attire
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    types:
    bal masqué
    a ball at which guests wear costumes and masks
    fête scolaire
    a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
    type of:
    soirée dansante
    a party for social dancing
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