première danseuse
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of première danseuse
1820–30; < French: literally, first dancer (feminine)
Example Sentences
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In Manhattan last week General Manager Guilio Gatti-Casazza announced plans for the Metropolitan Opera's coming season, married Rosina Galli, his première danseuse, and sailed for Europe.
From Time Magazine Archive
But then it must be borne in mind that the première danseuse is a lady whose quickness of perception is altogether unique.
From Diary of a Pilgrimage by Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka)
Patty, as première danseuse, rode in a gilded chariot drawn by four gaily caparisoned white horses.
From Patty Blossom by Wells, Carolyn
And he pirouetted gaily like a première danseuse.
From Memories of a Musical Life by Mason, William
In the evening for an hour he saw that happy laughing première danseuse, Mademoiselle Andree, at the gay little theater near the corner, pirouetting care from the heavy souls of men.
From Memories of a Musical Life by Mason, William
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