What does BOULE mean?

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "boule": boule

Parts of Speech: noun

Definition: a ball used in various games, typically made of wood or metal

Pronunciations: US: /ˈbuːl/; UK: /ˈbuːl/

Origin and Usage: The word "boule" comes from the French word "boule" meaning "ball." It is commonly used in a variety of games, such as petanque, bocce, and lawn bowling. The term can also refer to a type of bread, typically round in shape and made from sourdough.

Synonyms: ball, sphere, orb, pellet, globe

Related Words: bocce, petan, bread, dough, yeast

Example Sentences:

• He threw the boule across the lawn, trying to get it as close to the jack as possible.
• The game of bocce requires players to roll boules as close as possible to a target ball.
• She bought a fresh boule of sourdough bread from the bakery.