Found 2 items, similar to Pirouette.
English → English (WordNet)
Definition: pirouette
pirouette
n : (ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as
in ballet)
v : do a pirouette, usually as part of a dance
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Pirouette
Pirouette
\Pir`ou*ette"\, n. [F.; of uncertain origin.]
1. A whirling or turning on the toes in dancing.
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2. (Man.) The whirling about of a horse.
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Pirouette
\Pir`ou*ette"\, v. i. [imp. & p. p.
Pirouetted; p.
pr. & vb. n.
Pirouetting.] [F. pirouetter.]
To perform a pirouette; to whirl, like a dancer.
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