terpsichorean

== English == === Alternative forms === terpsichoreal, Terpsichorean, terpsichorial, terpsichorian === Etymology === From Terpsichore (“the Muse of dance in Greek mythology”). === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˌtəːp.sɪ.kəɹˈiː.ən/ (US) IPA(key): /ˌtɝp.sɪ.kəˈɹiː.ən/, /ˌtɝp.sɪˈkɔɹ.iː.ən/ , === Adjective === terpsichorean (comparative more terpsichorean, superlative most terpsichorean) (dance) Of or relating to dancing. ==== Usage notes ==== This word is sometimes capitalized, because of its etymology from a proper noun. ==== Translations ==== === Noun === terpsichorean (plural terpsichoreans) A person who dances, especially professionally. ==== Translations ====