winter ball

Cold-season formal event

Winter ball refers to professional baseball leagues that operate during the off-season months, primarily in Latin American and Caribbean countries.

Players use these leagues to stay sharp or develop skills between regular seasons: He spent the winter playing winter ball in the Dominican Republic.

The term also applies to formal dances held during winter months at schools or social clubs.

Related
  • formalFollowing strict protocol
  • dress codeStandards for acceptable attire
  • gownLong formal garment
  • danceRhythmic bodily movement
  • promHigh school formal dance

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seasonal timing

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Brief romantic relationship in warmer months

spring formal · beach party · pool party · spring dance · summer bash

formality level

winter ballsock hop

Informal school dance

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