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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pointe

/pɔɪnt/ noun · British & US
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What does pointe mean?

noun

A toe shoe used in ballet, typically made of a stiffened box and a soft, padded insole. A position in ballet, where the dancer stands on the tips of their toes.

Example

"The ballerina's pointe shoes were carefully tied before the performance."

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