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ballet

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

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\ba-ˈle-tik\ adjective

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