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meatball
The primary sense refers to a culinary item, typically associated with comfort foods or specific regional cuisines like Swedish or Italian. It carries a neutral, descriptive connotation in this context.
In a slang or sporting context, the term is used pejoratively to describe someone who is inept or clumsy. This usage is informal and often carries a tone of mild mockery or frustration, specifically targeting a lack of coordination or professional competence.
Meanings
Examples
I love eating spaghetti and meatballs for dinner.
The chef carefully rolled each meatball by hand.
I wonder if these meatballs are made from beef or pork.
Just add a few meatballs to the soup to make it heartier.
I can not believe I tripped over my own feet like a total meatball.
Stop acting like a meatball and just focus on the game.