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【TED-Ed】The origins of ballet
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swtso posted on 2019/03/03Ever wondered how ballet went from courtly dances to the stage? This video dives into the fascinating history of ballet, from its Renaissance Italian roots and strict court etiquette to its development into a theatrical spectacle, perfect for picking up advanced vocabulary and understanding complex sentence structures. You'll discover how figures like Louis XIV shaped this art form and learn about the origins of those famous five positions!
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US /ɪˈlæbəret/
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- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To explain something in detail
- To be made or explained with great care/in detail
- Adjective
- Made or done with great care or in a detailed way
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US /əˈkwaɪr/
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- To get or earn something by thinking or working
- To develop or learn a skill, habit, or quality.
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US /ˌkɑmbəˈneʃən/
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- Series of letters or numbers needed to open a lock
- Act or result of mixing things together
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- To bend towards the ground
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- To lessen in quality or value
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