1. a small ball of ground meat, often mixed with breadcrumbs and seasonings, typically cooked by frying or baking
2. a stupid or incompetent person
Usage: slang; informal

Examples

• She served spaghetti and meatballs for dinner.
• The meatballs were seasoned with garlic and herbs.
• He rolled the ground beef into small meatballs.
• The Swedish meatballs were a hit at the party.
• Don’t be such a meatball – read the instructions carefully.
• The coach called him a meatball after he missed the easy shot.