Meaning of bola in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈboʊlə/

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  1. Noun

    bola

    Etymology

    early 19th century: from Spanish and Portuguese, plural of bola‘ball’

    Definitions

    1. a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie
  2. 2. a rope with weights attached to the ends

    Examples

    • « is thrown to entangle the legs of an animal »
    • « of South American origin »

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