How to Pronounce "blackballing"
word
ˈbɫækˌbɔɫ
BLACK-bawl-ing
blˈækbɔːlɪŋ
bl-ACK-baw-ling
Definition
Denying someone entry, participation, or acceptance (often by secret vote), usually to exclude them from a group or opportunity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫækˌbɔɫ
British English
blˈækbɔːlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLACK-bawl-ing
UK
bl-ACK-baw-ling
Listen in Context
He was blackballed from joining the club.
Some people fear blackballing if they speak out.
Blackballing can ruin someone's chance at a job.
After the scandal, he worried about being blackballed in his industry.