chasse

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun (ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading
  2. verb perform a chasse step, in ballet

Etymology

Borrowed from French chassé.

In classic literature

Synonyms

sashay

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