English word ballad comes from Ancient Greek βάλλω, and later French ballade (Ballad. Ballade (lyric poem).)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| βάλλω | Ancient Greek (grc) | |
| ballare | Late Latin (LL) | |
| ballada | Old Provençal (pro) | |
| ballade | French (fr) | Ballad. Ballade (lyric poem). |
| ballad | English (en) | A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.. A slow romantic song. (intransitive) To compose or sing ballads.. (obsolete) To make mention of in ballads. |