Clues for the word "BLACKBALL"

We've had 11 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 8 times in crosswords. It was last seen in New York Times crossword on April 29, 2024.

Definition of blackball

n. - A composition for blacking shoes, boots, etc.; also, one for taking impressions of engraved work.
n. - A ball of black color, esp. one used as a negative in voting; -- in this sense usually two words.
v. t. - To vote against, by putting a black ball into a ballot box; to reject or exclude, as by voting against with black balls; to ostracize.
v. t. - To blacken (leather, shoes, etc.) with blacking.