Definition of Ballast

Noun

  • an electrical device for starting and regulating fluorescent and discharge lamps
    - light ballast
  • a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations)
    - ballast resistor
  • an attribute that tends to give stability in character and morals
    something that steadies the mind or feelings
  • coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads
  • any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship

Verb

  • make steady with a ballast
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Unscramble ballast

82 unscramble word found using the letters ballast.
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