·vi To make or sing ballads.
II. Ballad ·vt To make mention of in ballads.
III. Ballad ·noun A popular kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; as, the ballad of Chevy Chase; ·esp., a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.
·- A seller or maker of ballads; a poetaster. ...
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