Definition of "tutu" []

• A short skirt, often consisting of many layers of gathered sheer fabric, worn by ballerinas. (noun)

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• "When I researched the roots of the word 'tutu, no wonder I'm drawn to it."
• "Contrary to its image as an elite garment for the stage or high fashion only, commoners in France first used the word 'tutu.'"
• "Contrary to its image as an elite garment for the stage or high fashion only, the word "tutu" was first used by commoners in France."