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ballet

bal·let [ ba láy, bá lày ] (plural bal·lets)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. form of dance: a form of dance characterized by conventional steps, poses, and graceful movements including leaps and spins

2. story performed by dancers: a choreographed presentation of a story or theme performed to music by ballet dancers, or the musical score written for this

3. group of dancers: a company of ballet dancers who perform together

[Mid-17th century. Via French< Italian balletto< ballo "ball (with dancing)"]
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