nureyev

Thân thiện

Rudolf Nureyev performs a powerful leap on a grand stage.

Definition

Proper noun * Rudolf Nureyev: A renowned Russian-born ballet dancer of the 20th century, famous for his technical brilliance, charismatic stage presence, and dramatic defection to the West.

Usage

The word "Nureyev" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the individual dancer, Rudolf Nureyev. It signifies not just the person but also the legacy of artistic excellence and a pivotal moment in cultural history. * He is often cited as one of the greatest male ballet dancers in history. * His name is synonymous with exceptional virtuosity and a revolutionary impact on the role of the male dancer in ballet.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The biography details Nureyev's early training at the Kirov Ballet.
  • Her favorite performance to watch was Nureyev and Fonteyn in "Romeo and Juliet".
  • The auction featured a pair of ballet shoes worn by Nureyev.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used attributively to describe a style or quality reminiscent of the dancer.
  • The young dancer has a Nureyev-like intensity and athleticism.
• It can be used metonymically to represent the era of ballet in which he starred.
  • The documentary explored the golden age of ballet, the age of Nureyev and Fonteyn.

Variants and Related Words

• Nureyevesque (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style, technique, or flair of Rudolf Nureyev. (This is a rare, derived adjective).
  • His leaps were described as positively Nureyevesque.

Synonyms

• The dancer: Used in context to refer to him specifically (e.g., "the legendary dancer").
• The defector: In historical/political contexts focusing on his 1961 defection.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To have the passion of a Nureyev: To exhibit an intense, all-consuming dedication to one's art, akin to his famous devotion to dance.
• A Nureyev of [another field]: A metaphorical phrase used to describe a male figure who is preeminent and revolutionary in his field, much like Nureyev was in ballet.
  • He is considered the Nureyev of contemporary architecture.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Russian dancer who was often the partner of Dame Margot Fonteyn and who defected to the United States in 1961 (born in 1938)

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