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Passe

Tracy Wicklund
Definition: Passe is a movement in ballet in which the working leg passes the supporting leg, sliding close to the knee. Passe is sometimes confused with the ballet position retire in which the toe of the working leg touches the knee of the supporting leg.
Also Known As: Retire

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