Băl'let, n.

(Synop., § 130), n. [Fr. ballet, It. balletto, from bal, ballo. See BALL, a dancing-party.]

1. A theatrical exhibition or pantomime, in which a story is told, or actions, characters, and passions are represented, by gestures accompanied by characteristic or illustrative music, dancing, decorations, &c. Thackeray.
2. (Her.) A bearing in coats of arms, denominated, according to their color, bezants, plates, hurts, &c.