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ballet

Definition

  • noun: a kind of dancing that is performed on a stage and that uses dance, music, costumes, and scenery to tell a story
  • noun: a theatrical art form using dancing, music, and scenery to convey a story, theme, or atmosphere
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: broadway musical, grand guignol, passion play

Examples

  • We enjoy going to the 'ballet'. [=we enjoy going to ballet performances]

  • This is one of my favorite 'ballets'.

  • We are going to a 'ballet' tonight.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) a rogue Bludger. That's been tampered with, that has. l'll stop it. No! Even with a proper wand, it's too risky. You could hit Harry. Training for the ballet, Potter? You'll never catch me, Potter. Let's go. -Thank you. -Are you okay? No. l think my arm is broken. (..)
    2002 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets