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pirueta — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • pirouette noun A full spin performed on the toes or ball of the foot, especially in ballet.
  • stunt noun A dangerous or spectacular feat performed for entertainment, often in film.
  • twirl verb To spin or rotate quickly and gracefully.

Senses

pirueta is used for these senses in English:

  • pirouette A whirling or turning on the toes in dancing, primarily in ballet.
  • stunt A daring or dangerous feat, often involving the display of gymnastic skills.
  • twirl A movement where a person spins round elegantly; a pirouette.

pirouette — full definition

  1. noun A full spin performed on the toes or ball of the foot, especially in ballet.
  2. verb To spin on one's toes like a ballet dancer.

stunt — full definition

  1. noun A dangerous or spectacular feat performed for entertainment, often in film.
  2. noun An attention-grabbing act done mainly for publicity.
  3. verb To stop or slow down the growth or development of something.

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