English dictionary
blackball
/'bl/&/k,b/O/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the act of excluding someone by a negative vote or veto
Synonyms barringSource: WordNet 3.0
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A composition for blacking shoes, boots, etc.; also, one for taking impressions of engraved work.
Source: webster1913
verb
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expel from a community or group
Source: WordNet 3.0
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vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To vote against, by putting a black ball into a ballot box; to reject or exclude, as by voting against with black balls; to ostracize.
Source: webster1913