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Meaning of ballet
a form of classical dance
Etymology of ballet
The word "ballet" originates from the Italian word "balletto," which is a diminutive form of "ballo," meaning "dance"
Historically, the term "ballet" referred to a type of theatrical performance that combined music, dance, and drama, with the first recorded use of the word dating back to the 16th century
Synonyms
dance
choreography
performance
show
spectacle
entertainment
production
theater
opera
musical
play
revue
recital
concert
exhibition
display
pageant
pantomime
mime
acrobatics
gymnastics
aerobics
exercise
movement
motion
action
drama
spectacle
extravaganza
spectacle
pageantry
Definitions
- A formalized form of dance with a strong emphasis on technique, often performed to classical music and typically involving a narrative or dramatic theme
- * A performance of ballet, especially a professional one
Usage Examples
- The ballet company performed a beautiful rendition of Swan Lake
- * She has been taking ballet lessons since she was a child
- * The ballet dancer's movements were graceful and elegant