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Glissade
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a ballet step in which one foot slides smoothly along the floor to meet the other foot, often executed as part of a larger sequence or combination
What is a "glissade"?
A glissade is a ballet movement where the dancer glides or slides one foot along the floor, usually as part of a step or a transition between movements. To perform a glissade, the dancer begins by stepping one foot out, then smoothly slides the other foot to meet it while keeping both feet close to the ground. This movement helps to create a sense of flow and continuity in the dance, and it is often used to link steps or to prepare for jumps. The glissade emphasizes smooth, controlled motion and is a fundamental step in many ballet routines.
to glissade
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perform a glissade, in ballet
Example
During the performance, the dancers' glissades added a sense of grace and fluidity to the movement.
The dancer executed a series of glissades across the stage with remarkable fluidity.
In the ballet class, students practiced glissades across the studio to improve their technique.
The choreography called for a quick glissade before transitioning into a grand jeté.
The glissade was incorporated into the choreography as a transitional step between jumps and turns.
