A "ball" in this context means a dance or party. ***** are very formal events, and people will dress in their best clothing for them--long, expensive dresses for women and suits or tuxedos for men. Some related terms are "ballroom," a large, beautiful room where ***** are usually held, and "ballroom dancing," which is a very elegant and fancy kind of dancing.
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