May Ball en · NOUN
Etymology
So named because they take place in May Week, originally in May but now in early June.
Meanings
- (qualifier:Cambridge University) An elaborate formal event held on the grounds of a college at the end of the academic year, attended by students and often involving food, alcohol, live music, fireworks, illuminations, and attractions such as amusement rides.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May Balls | Number=Plur | lexicographic |