speelbal

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of spelen +‎ bal.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈspeːl.bɑl/
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  • Hyphenation: speel‧bal

Noun

speelbal m (plural speelballen, diminutive speelballetje n)

  1. (figurative) A helpless victim of external forces.
  2. (chiefly diminutive) A ball used for playing, especially one belonging to a pet.
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