Ballad \Bal"lad\, n. [OE. balade, OF. balade, F. ballade, fr. Pr. ballada a dancing song, fr. ballare to dance; cf. It. ballata. See 2d Ball, n., and Ballet.]

A popular kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; as, the ballad of Chevy Chase; esp., a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
 

Ballad \Bal"lad\, v. t. To make mention of in ballads. [Obs.]

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
 

Ballad \Bal"lad\, v. i. To make or sing ballads. [Obs.]

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)