Definition of ballast

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • ballast is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • ballast is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • ballast is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of ballast


  • a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. ballast resistor
    2. barretter
  • an electrical device for starting and regulating fluorescent and discharge lamps (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. light ballast
  • an attribute that tends to give stability in character and morals; something that steadies the mind or feelings (noun)
  • any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship (noun)
  • coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads (noun)
  • make steady with a ballast (verb)

See definition of ballast in Merriam Webster