Separate and independent; showing emotional detachment or indifference.
From French détaché, past participle of détacher (to detach). Used in English to describe an aloof or emotionally distant manner.
In ballet and music, 'detached' playing or dancing means each movement is sharp and separate, not flowing—it's the opposite of smooth and legato.
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