1. a female ballet dancer
Usage: formal; from French

Examples

• The renowned danseuse performed the lead role in Swan Lake.
• She trained for years to become a professional danseuse.
• The danseuse’s graceful movements captivated the audience.
• The ballet company featured several talented danseuses.
• As a young danseuse, she dreamed of dancing at the Paris Opera.
• The danseuse executed the difficult pirouettes flawlessly.