Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ballerina

Noun
/ˌbæl.əˈriː.nə/
Definition
A female ballet dancer who performs on stage.
Examples
  • The ballerina danced gracefully across the stage.
  • She aspired to be a ballerina from a young age.
  • The performance featured a world-renowned ballerina.
Meaning
Ballerinas are highly trained dancers who specialize in the art of ballet and often perform in classical ballet productions.
Synonyms
  • dancer
  • dancerette
  • prima ballerina