Delsartian
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of Delsartian
Example Sentences
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Not to derogate from the propriety and modesty of the woman's motions, under the influence of her Delsartian grace one gained new appreciation of "the charm of woven paces and of waving hands."
From Unwritten Literature of Hawaii The Sacred Songs of the Hula by Emerson, Nathaniel Bright
A somewhat sophisticated form of this goal is sought by several Delsartian schemes of relaxation, decomposition, and recomposition of movements.
From Youth: Its Education, Regimen, and Hygiene by Hall, G. Stanley
"I am the lady of the house, Mr. Crow," said the lady, performing a graceful Delsartian movement with her long bare arms.
From Anderson Crow, Detective by McCutcheon, George Barr
One was on walking, by a graceful young Delsartian, who showed us a lot.
From The Letters of William James, Vol. II by James, William
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