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tutu

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Noun — A short, stiff skirt made of layers of netting, worn by ballet dancers.

Synonyms

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ballet skirt

How to use tutu

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ballet tutu wear a tutu

Etymology

Borrowed from French tutu, originally playful slang for the bottom, since the skirt is worn around the hips.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tutu” mean?

The word “tutu” means a short, stiff skirt made of layers of netting, worn by ballet dancers. In plain terms, the stiff, layered skirt worn by ballerinas.

How do you pronounce “tutu”?

“Tutu” is pronounced TOO-too (/ˈtutu/ in IPA).

How do you use “tutu” in a sentence?

Here is “tutu” used in a sentence: “The young dancer twirled in her pink tutu.”

What part of speech is “tutu”?

“Tutu” is a noun.

Where does the word “tutu” come from?

The word “tutu” comes from French. Borrowed from French tutu, originally playful slang for the bottom, since the skirt is worn around the hips.

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