Rapid spin on one's toes (9)

I believe the answer is:

pirouette

(Other definitions for pirouette that I've seen before include "Twirl like a ballerina" , "bit of dancing" , "Whirl round on one's toes" , "Take turn on foot" , "Tore up tie (anag) - spin" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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