noun
blackball
Blackball (noun) means a rejection; a vote against admitting someone.
noun
1
A rejection; a vote against admitting someone.
2
A black ball used to indicate such a negative vote.
3
A kind of large black sweet, a black-colored gobstopper.
4
A substance for blacking shoes, boots, etc. or for taking impressions of engraved work.
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Etymology
From black + ball.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of blackball?
"blackball" (noun) means a rejection; a vote against admitting someone.
What are the different meanings of blackball?
"blackball" has 3 main meanings: 1. A rejection; a vote against admitting someone; 2. A black ball used to indicate such a negative vote; 3. A kind of large black sweet, a black-colored gobstopper.