Meaning of terpsichorean in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /tərpsɪkəˈriən/

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  1. Qualitative Adjective

    terpsichorean

    Etymology

    early 19th century: from Terpsichore (used in the 18th century to denote a female dancer or the art of dance) + -an

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to dancing

    Examples

    • « her terpsichorean activities »

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