balletic

English

Etymology

ballet + -ic

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌbəˈlɛtɪk/, /ˌbæˈlɛtɪk/
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  • Rhymes: -ɛtɪk

Adjective

balletic (comparative more balletic, superlative most balletic)

  1. Pertaining to or suitable for ballet.
    • 2022 September 22, Russell Fuller, “Roger Federer retires: Swiss great played tennis with a balletic grace beyond modern compare”, in BBC Sport:
      Federer [] played the game with a balletic grace beyond modern compare. He had balance and coordination in spades; he had an iron forehand with a velvet touch; and the footwork of Muhammad Ali.

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