English · Arts & Literature
choreography
/ˌkɒr.iˈɒɡ.rə.fi/
[/ˌkɒr.iˈɒɡ.rə.fi/]
design of dance movements
Advancednoun
Definition
The art of arranging the steps and movements of a dance.
Example
The choreography blended graceful ballet with sharp modern moves to thrilling effect on stage.
The choreography blended graceful ballet with sharp modern moves to thrilling effect on stage.
Etymology
From Greek 'khoreia' (dance) and 'graphein' (to write), coined in the 18th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in dance, figure skating, and staged movement.