1. forming or rolling into a ball
Usage: present participle of ‘ball’
2. becoming tangled or matted into a ball-like mass
Usage: often used with fabric or thread

1. the action of forming something into a ball
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• She was balling up the paper to throw it away.
• The yarn kept balling in her hands as she worked.
• Balling the dough properly is essential for making good bread.
• The cat was balling the string with its paws.
• His socks were balling up in the dryer.
• The balling of the fabric made it difficult to sew.
• Stop balling your fists when you’re angry.