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ballas

[ bal-uhs ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)
  1. a spherical aggregate of small diamond crystals used for drilling and for various industrial purposes.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of ballas1

Apparently variant of balas in phrase balas ruby spinel ruby, balas being taken to mean “spinel”

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