Ballerina
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Gender Specific
Used only for female dancers. Male ballet dancers are called 'danseurs' or 'ballet dancers'. The principal ballerina and male danseur led the cast.
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Professional Level
Implies high skill and often professional employment in ballet companies. She trained for years before she was considered a ballerina.
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Cultural Status
Ballerinas are often respected figures in the world of dance and culture. The ballerina was invited to perform for the embassy's cultural event.