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    Patwa headword

    Balla

    /BAL-ah/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Footballer / Wealthy man"
    Definition
    A skilled football (soccer) player, or slang for a man who spends money lavishly.
    Example
    "Him a professional balla in England."
    Origin
    Derived from 'baller'.

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