Glissade (Noun)
Meaning
(ballet) a gliding or sliding step in ballet.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The ballerina executed a flawless glissade, her feet seeming to float across the stage.
- As she transitioned from the plié to the glissade, her movements became more fluid and effortless.
- The choreographer emphasized the importance of maintaining proper alignment during the glissade to avoid injury.
- The dancer's glissade was so smooth that it was almost imperceptible, blending seamlessly into the next step.
- In the ballet's final scene, the corps de ballet performed a series of rapid glissades, creating a dazzling display of movement.