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    pirouette
    /ˌpɪrʊˈɛt/

    noun

    • 1. an act of spinning on one foot, typically with the raised foot touching the knee of the supporting leg.

    verb

    • 1. perform a pirouette: "she pirouetted and made a bow"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPIROUETTE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    A pirouette is a fast turn of the body on the toes or the front part of the foot, especially by a ballet dancer. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, see examples and translations in other languages.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › pirouettePirouette Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Jul 29, 2012 · A pirouette is a rapid whirling of the body, especially a full turn on the toe or ball of one foot in ballet. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, examples, and usage of pirouette from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPIROUETTE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    A pirouette is a fast turn of the body on the toes or the front part of the foot, especially by a ballet dancer. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, see examples and translations in other languages.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › pirouettePIROUETTE Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

    A pirouette is a whirling about on one foot or on the points of the toes, as in ballet dancing. Learn the word history, usage, and synonyms of pirouette from Dictionary.com.

  7. sfconservatoryofdance.org › pirouette-2Pirouette - Definition & Detailed Explanation - Dance Terminology...

    Apr 18, 2024 · A pirouette is a classical ballet term that refers to a turning movement in which a dancer spins around on one foot while keeping the other foot in contact with the floor. This elegant and graceful movement is a staple in ballet choreography and requires a great deal of balance, strength, and technique to execute properly.

  8. www.wikihow.com › Do-a-PirouetteHow to Do a Pirouette: 12 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

    Jun 24, 2024 · The pirouette is one of the most classic moves in dance. By learning the proper positioning and form to execute a turn, beginners and dancers can learn how to perform a pirouette like a trained dancer.

  9. www.britannica.com › art › pirouette-balletPirouette | Turns, Spins, Steps | Britannica

    Pirouette, (French: “to whirl about”), ballet turn in place on one leg. The pirouette is often done in spectacular series, which women usually perform on toe (pointe) and men on the ball of the foot (demi-pointe).