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cabriole

KAB-ree-ohl

ˈkæbriˌoʊl

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Syllable breakdown

cabriole

Dictionary meaning

A ballet jump in which one leg beats against the other in the air.

History and origin

French cabrioler, meaning 'to caper'.

Examples

  • The soloist added a crisp cabriole before landing in fifth position.

Common mispronunciations

kuh-BREE-ole

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