Terpsichore
pronunciation
How to pronounce Terpsichore in British English: UK [tə:pˈsikəri]
How to pronounce Terpsichore in American English: US [tɚpˈsɪkəri]
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- Noun:
- taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Word Origin
- Terpsichore (n.)
- the muse of the dance, Greek Terpsikhore, literally "enjoyment of dance," from terpein "to delight" (from PIE root *terp- "to satisfy;" cognates: Sanskrit trpyati "takes one's fill," Lithuanian tarpstu "to thrive, prosper") + khoros "dance, chorus" (see chorus).
Example
- 1. Diana and terpsichore are in love with him .