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Pirouette Definition & Meaning

pirouette
noun
  1. (ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet)
verb
  1. do a pirouette, usually as part of a dance

"Pirouette" in song lyrics

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  • "capezio pirouette"
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Frequently asked questions

What does pirouette mean?
(ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet) do a pirouette, usually as part of a dance
What part of speech is pirouette?
Pirouette is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does pirouette have?
Pirouette has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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