How do you spell Highball?
Correct spelling
highball
Think railroad signal: HIGH ball means full speed, like a quick drink
Why is highball spelled this way?
From railroad signals — a raised ball meant full speed ahead, like a quick drink. HIGH-BALL. Two common words. Not 'hiball' or 'highbawl'. A tall glass with spirit and mixer.
Common misspellings of highball
hiballhighbawlhigh-ballhighbal
Example
The bartender served him a whiskey highball with plenty of ice and soda water.