tutu

noun

tu·​tu ˈtü-(ˌ)tü 

: a short projecting skirt worn by a ballerina

Illustration of tutu

Examples of tutu in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The classic flat features a stylish, adjustable buckle and comes in both leather and sleek satin finishes in a variety of classic and unexpected hues, like golden yellow, tutu pink, and robin blue. —Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2025

In the sweet snaps, the toddler can be seen wearing a rainbow tutu, butterfly tank top and orange bows in her hair, dancing on stage and sitting on the ground. —Hannah Sacks, People.com, 10 June 2025

Cooper literally drives a motorcycle on stage and then dances to her at the start of the number, and pulls off her white tutu to reveal a more sensual red dress underneath. —Victoria Edel, People.com, 12 May 2025

The tutu, from the brand’s fall 2024 collection, featured a dramatic yet feminine aesthetic, using two tones of tulle for a blurring effect. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, from (baby talk) tutu backside

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tutu

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Kids Definition

tutu

noun

tu·​tu ˈtü-tü 

: a short skirt that extends out and is worn by a ballerina

Etymology

French tutu "ballerina skirt," from baby talk tutu "backside"

Biographical Definition

Tutu

biographical name

ˈtü-ˌtü 

Desmond Mpilo 1931–2021 South African clergyman and political activist