baller

English

/ˈbɔːlə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • A person employed to divide molten metal into separate balls before it is hammered out.
  • (slang) One who plays basketball; a basketballer.
  • (AAVE) One who has swag and lives an extravagant lifestyle.

Etymology

Affix from English ball (testicle, round object).

Origin

English

ball

Gloss

testicle, round object

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