Ballet
Definition of Ballet
Bal´let` Pronunciation: băl´lã` or băl´lĕt; 277 | n. | 1. | An artistic dance performed as a theatrical entertainment, or an interlude, by a number of persons, usually women. Sometimes, a scene accompanied by pantomime and dancing. | | 2. | The company of persons who perform the ballet. | | 3. | (Mus.) A light part song, or madrigal, with a fa la burden or chorus, - most common with the Elizabethan madrigal composers; - also spelled ballett. | | 4. | (Her.) A bearing in coats of arms, representing one or more balls, which are denominated bezants, plates, etc., according to color. |
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