ballad

/หˆbรฆlษ™d/

IPA: /B AE1 L AH0 D/

noun
  1. 1

    A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.

    โ€œThe poet composed a ballad praising the heroic exploits of the fallen commander.โ€

  2. 2

    A slow romantic song.

    โ€œOn Friday nights, the roller rink had a time-block called "Lovers' Lap" when they played nothing but ballads on the overhead speakers.โ€

verb
  1. 1

    To make mention of in ballads.

  2. 2

    To compose or sing ballads.

Source: https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/ballad