Meaning of the word oddball in English

What does oddball mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

oddball

US /ˈɑːd.bɑːl/
UK /ˈɒd.bɔːl/

Noun

a person or thing that is unusual or eccentric

Example:
He's a bit of an oddball, but he's harmless.
The new art installation was a real oddball.

Adjective

unusual or eccentric

Example:
He has some very oddball ideas about how to run a business.
It was an oddball decision, but it worked out in the end.