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- a classical dance form demanding grace and precision and employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement [Webster]
- a theatrical art form using dancing, music, and scenery to convey a story, theme, or atmosphere [Taisha]
More word meanings for ballet
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- Wiktionary:
- ballet @ wiktionary
- WordNet:
- ballet @ wordnet.princeton.edu
- Merriam-Webster Online:
- ballet @ M-W.com
- MSN Encarta:
- ballet @ Encarta
- American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language:
- ballet @ AHD provided by Yahoo! Education
- Answers.com:
- ballet @ Answers.com
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