Main Entry:

bal·let

Pronunciation:

\ˈba-ˌlā, ba-ˈ\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

French, from Italian balletto, diminutive of ballo dance, from ballare

Date:

1634

1 a: a theatrical art form using dancing, music, and scenery to convey a story, theme, or atmosphere b: dancing in which conventional poses and steps are combined with light flowing figures (as leaps and turns)2: music for a ballet3: a group that performs ballets

— bal·let·ic \ba-ˈle-tik\ adjective