ballet

Ballet is a form of dance that is graceful and flowing or a theatrical presentation of ballet dancing. (noun)

See ballet in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

an artistic dance form based on an elaborate formal technique, characterized by gestures and movements of grace, precision, and fluidity
1. a theatrical presentation of ballet dancing performed to music and presenting a story, idea, or mood, usually with costumes and scenery
2. the music for such a presentation
a company of dancers of ballet

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See ballet in American Heritage Dictionary 4

(bă-lāˈ, bălˈāˌ)

noun

A classical dance form characterized by grace and precision of movement and by elaborate formal gestures, steps, and poses.
A theatrical presentation of group or solo dancing to a musical accompaniment, usually with costume and scenic effects, conveying a story or theme.
A musical composition written or used for this dance form.
A company or group that performs ballet.

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