Relating to choreography or the art of designing and notating dance movements.
From 'choreography' plus '-ic' suffix. The term became standard as choreography developed into a documented, studied art form.
The word 'choregraphic' represents a shift in how dance was viewed—from something temporary and improvised to something that could be written down, preserved, and taught, like literature or music.
Carries forward male-centered history of 'choreographer.' Adjective form perpetuates the same erasure of women's creative labor in dance composition.
Use neutrally; pair with 'by [woman choreographer name]' when applicable to credit women's work.
Women's choreographic innovations shaped ballet, modern, and contemporary dance; historical texts often attribute their works to male mentors.
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