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pointe shoe [1 record]

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Record 1 2013-10-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Footwear (Clothing)
  • Dance
  • Sports Equipment and Accessories
DEF

A heelless shoe worn by female ballet dancers, made of canvas and satin with a leather sole, with the toe made up of layers of fabric stiffened with glue, allowing the dancer to dance on the tip of the toes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chaussures (Vêtements)
  • Danse
  • Équipement et accessoires de sport
DEF

Chausson de danse à bout rigide, pour faire les pointes.

Spanish

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