terpster
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Meaning · English
A dance performer.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
This year, the London terpsters are offering only two of their famous full-lengthers, Swan Lake and Sleeping Princess, altho their own two-act version of Giselle will get a preem unveiling here.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “terpster” mean?
A dance performer.
Is “terpster” formal or informal?
terpster is generally dated, slang.