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ballet

bal.let \'ba-.la-, ba-'\ \ba-'let-ik\ n [F, fr. It balletto, dim. of ballo 
   dance, fr. ballare] 1a: dancing in which conventional poses and steps are 
   combined with light f lowing figures and movements 1b: a theatrical art 
   form using ballet dancing to convey a story, theme, or  atmosphere 2: music 
   for a ballet  3: a group that performs ballets  - bal.let.ic aj