| Webster's Online Dictionary |
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Black balled | Slang | Adjective. Source: Linguistic 101 students at the University of Oregon. Definition: When a beach is black balled, it is closed to surfing. It is also used when someone does not allow you to do something. Context: Primarily used when speaking of a beach that has been temporarily closed to surfers. Happens often during tourist season (summer). Can also be used as a general description for being prohibited from doing something. Social Source: Huntington Beach Surfers. Source: Compiled by The University of Oregon. (additional references) | |
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