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choreography

Syllabification: (cho·re·og·ra·phy)
Pronunciation: /ˌkôrēˈägrəfē/

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Definition of choreography

noun

  • the sequence of steps and movements in dance or figure skating, especially in a ballet or other staged dance:the lively choreography reflects the themes of the original play
  • the art or practice of designing choreographic sequences.
  • the written notation for a choreographic sequence.

Derivatives

choreographic

Pronunciation: /ˌkôrēəˈgrafik/

adjective

choreographically

Pronunciation: /ˌkôrēəˈgrafik(ə)lē/

adverb

Origin:

late 18th century (in the sense 'written notation of dancing'): from Greek khoreia 'dancing in unison' (from khoros 'chorus') + -graphy

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