noun
danseuse
dahn-SOOZ/dɑnˈsuz/
A female ballet dancer.
The danseuse balances on pointe with one leg extended behind her.
Etymology
The verb for dancing combines with a feminine agent ending to name a woman who dances. In English, the word is used especially for a ballet dancer.
More examples
- The young danseuse rehearses her solo before the evening performance.
- Two danseuses join the company for its new production.
- The audience applauds as the danseuse takes her final bow.
Forms
danseuse · danseuses