Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A popular narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; as, the ballad of Chevy Chase; esp., a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas. 2. (v. i.) To make or sing ballads. 3. (v. t.) To make mention of in ballads.

Multi-Version Concordance Ballad (1 Occurrence) Numbers 21:27 Therefore those who speak in proverbs say, "Come to Heshbon. Let the city of Sihon be built and established; (See RSV)