Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chasse

Noun

/ʃæs/

Definition

A dance movement in which one foot displaces the other.

Examples

During the performance, the dancers executed a flawless chasse across the stage.
In her dance class, she practiced the chasse to improve her lateral movement.

Meaning

The term ‘chasse’ is commonly used in ballet and other dance forms to describe a sliding step where the feet move together before one swings out to the side.