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fondu

Syllabification: (fon·du)
Pronunciation: /fänˈd(y)o͞o/
Definition of fondu

adjective

[postpositive] Ballet
  • (of a position) involving a lowering of the body by bending the knee of the supporting leg:an arabesque fondu

Origin:

mid 19th century: French, literally 'melted'

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