arabesque

• Nom avec deux sens principaux : une pose de ballet dans laquelle le danseur se tient sur une jambe, l'autre tendue en arrière et les bras déployés ; et un motif ornemental complexe composé de feuilles et de volutes entrelacées.

A noun with two primary meanings: a ballet position where the dancer stands on one leg with the other extended behind and arms outstretched; and an intricate ornamental design featuring interlaced foliage and scrollwork.

1. Ballet positionB2formalart

   A ballet posture where the dancer stands on one leg while the other leg is extended straight back, often with one or both arms held in a graceful, flowing position.

   Arabesque

   • The ballerina held a perfect arabesque for several seconds.
   • He practiced his arabesque in front of the mirror to improve his balance.
   • The choreography required a series of arabesques across the stage.

2. Decorative designB2formalart

   An intricate ornamental pattern featuring interlacing lines, leaves, and flowing curves, often used in art and architecture.

   Arabesque (ornement)

   • The walls of the palace were decorated with beautiful arabesques.
   • Islamic art is famous for its complex arabesque patterns.
   • The carpet featured a delicate arabesque design in gold and blue.

   Synonymesfiligreefretworkinterlacingmoresqueornamentationtracery