ballata

bal·la·ta

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Definition of ballata word

noun plural ballata a 14th-century Italian verse form composed of stanzas beginning and ending with a refrain, often set to music and accompanied by dancing. 1

before 1755

One of the 47% newest English words

1755-65; < Italian < Old Provençal balada ballad

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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