Definition

Proper noun A Russian ballet dancer who performed with Vaslav Nijinsky and was a leading ballerina of the Imperial Russian Ballet and later the Ballets Russes. She lived from 1885 to 1978.

Usage

This word is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the historical person, Tamara Karsavina. * She is remembered as one of the greatest ballerinas of the 20th century. * The biography details the life and career of Tamara Karsavina.

Advanced Usage

• As a cultural reference: Her name is used to symbolize the artistry and tradition of classical Russian ballet from the early 20th century.
  • Her technique was often compared to that of Tamara Karsavina.

Variants and Related Words

• Karsavina (surname): Often used alone to refer to her, especially in ballet history contexts.
  • Karsavina was renowned for her role in "The Firebird".

Synonyms

• Ballerina
• Dancer
• Prima ballerina

Note: These are general terms for her profession, not direct synonyms for her name.

Noun

1. Russian dancer who danced with Nijinsky (1885-1978)