Meaning & use
ballerina
A female ballet dancer, especially one who performs leading roles.
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The young ballerina practiced her turns in front of the studio mirror for hours.
The prima ballerina received a standing ovation after her final performance.
A note on using this word
"Ballerina" specifically refers to a female ballet dancer; a male ballet dancer is usually called a "danseur."
Words with a similar meaning
dancer
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