[bal.let] n [F, fr. It balletto, dim. of ballo dance, fr. ballare] (1667) 1 a: dancing in which conventional poses and steps are combined with light flowing figures (as leaps and turns) b: a theatrical art form using ballet dancing, music, and scenery to convey a story, theme, or atmosphere
2: music for a ballet
3: a group that performs ballets -- bal.let.ic adj