noun
- A moldable explosive substance used in military or demolition applications.
- A style of dance or movement emphasizing graceful, flowing body positions and gestures.
Usage: technical; often used in military or law enforcement contexts
Usage: from French; used in dance and performance contexts
Examples
- The demolition team used plastique to carefully bring down the old building.
- Military personnel are trained in the safe handling of plastique.
- The dancer's performance featured elegant plastique movements.
- Her training in classical ballet informed her approach to plastique.
- The choreographer incorporated plastique elements into the contemporary piece.