Gumball (noun)

1. A small, round, hard candy coated in a colorful, sugary shell.
2. A small ball-shaped candy that is usually coated in a hard, brightly colored shell.

Origin:

Compound word gum + ball, from the small round shape and consistency of gum.

Examples:

1. She bought a gumball from the vending machine.
2. The children were fascinated by the gumball machine with its colorful candy.
3. A gumball is a small, round, hard candy coated in a colorful, sugary shell.
4. Gumballs are often sold in vending machines and are a popular treat for children.
5. Gumballs are a small ball-shaped candy that are usually coated in a hard, brightly colored shell.