Pointwork

Translation of "pointwork" into Russian

Noun

/ˈpɔɪntwɜːk/

/ˈpɔɪntwɜrk/

pointwork

pointworks pl

Additional translations

работа на пуантах

Noun

/ˈpɔɪntwɜːk/

/ˈpɔɪntwɜrk/

(ballet, rare) Alternative spelling of “pointe work”: the technique or practice of dancing on the tips of the toes.

The ballerina's pointwork was so precise that it captivated the entire audience.

(rail transport, uncountable) The system or arrangement of movable rails (points) that enables trains to be switched from one track to another.

Engineers inspected the pointwork to ensure the switches operated smoothly.