Ballgame
noun
A competitive game played with a ball, particularly in sports like baseball or basketball.
We went to the ballgame on Saturday and enjoyed the atmosphere.
Often appears as...
- baseball game
- basketball game
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A phrase used to describe a situation that may differ significantly from another.
This project is a whole different ballgame compared to our last one.
Often appears as...
- different ballgame
- entirely different
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
noun
A competitive game played with a ball, particularly in sports like baseball or basketball.
We went to the ballgame on Saturday and enjoyed the atmosphere.
Often appears as...
- baseball game
- basketball game
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A phrase used to describe a situation that may differ significantly from another.
This project is a whole different ballgame compared to our last one.
Often appears as...
- different ballgame
- entirely different
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/2Sports Context
Refers to organized sports that involve a ball
Baseball is a popular ballgame in America.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can represent any competitive situation
In business, negotiating can be a whole different ballgame.
Pro Tip 1/2Sports Context
Refers to organized sports that involve a ball
Baseball is a popular ballgame in America.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can represent any competitive situation
In business, negotiating can be a whole different ballgame.
Pro Tip 1/2Sports Context
Refers to organized sports that involve a ball
Baseball is a popular ballgame in America.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can represent any competitive situation
In business, negotiating can be a whole different ballgame.
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