Boules (noun)

A set of small metal balls used in the French game of pétanque or boules, in which players attempt to throw or roll their boules closest to a small target ball.

Origin:

Derived from the french word "boule" meaning "ball".

Examples:

1. He likes to play boules with his friends on the weekends.
2. He was a pro at boules, and he had a set of boules that he had brought from France.
3. The boules game is a popular leisure activity in the park.
4. The boules are made of metal and are weighted to give them a specific balance.
5. Boules is a game that requires a lot of precision and skill.