ballad
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A slow, romantic or sentimental song, or a poem that tells a story, often about love or adventure.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The singer closed the concert with a quiet _____ about lost love."
Answer: ballad
In your own words, what does "ballad" mean?
A slow, romantic or sentimental song, or a poem that tells a story, often about love or adventure.
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