1. Position in which the dancer has one leg raised behind and arms outstretched in a conventional pose
   "The ballerina's perfect arabesque drew applause from the audience"
    
2. An ornament that interlaces simulated foliage in an intricate design
   "The Moorish palace was decorated with intricate arabesques on the walls and ceilings"

Derived forms: arabesques

Type of: ballet position, decoration, ornament, ornamentation

Encyclopedia: Arabesque