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   dance

   /dɑːns/

   verb

   • 1. move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps: "their cheeks were pressed together as they danced" Similar tripswayspinwhirltwirlpirouettegyrateinformal:bopdiscorockshake a leghoof itcut a rugtrip the light fantasticget downstep itarchaic:foot ittread a measure
   • ▪ perform (a particular dance or a role in a ballet): "they danced a tango" Similar tripswayspinwhirltwirlpirouettegyrateinformal:bopdiscorockshake a leghoof itcut a rugtrip the light fantasticget downstep itarchaic:foot ittread a measure
   • ▪ lead (a dancing partner) in a particular direction: "I danced her out of the room"
   • 2. (of a person) move in a quick and lively way: "Sheila danced in gaily" Similar capercavortfriskfrolicskipprancerompgamboljigboundleapjumpspringbobhoptripbouncerare:rollick
   • ▪ move up and down lightly and quickly in the air: "midges danced over the stream" Similar flickersparkletwinkleshimmerleaprippledartplayflickflitquiverjigglejoggleoscillate
   • ▪ (of someone's eyes) sparkle with pleasure or excitement: "he grinned, his grey eyes dancing"

   noun

   • 1. a series of steps and movements that match the speed and rhythm of a piece of music: "everyone was taking part in the dance"
   • ▪ an act of dancing: "they rolled back the carpet and had a dance"
   • ▪ a particular sequence of steps and movements constituting a particular form of dancing: "dances include the waltz, the quickstep, and the foxtrot"
   • ▪ dance steps and movements considered as an activity or art form: "the rules of classical dance"
   • ▪ a social gathering at which people dance: "she met her husband at a dance"
   • ▪ a set of lively movements resembling a dance: "he gesticulated comically and did a little dance"
   • ▪ a piece of music for dancing to: "the last dance had been played"
   • ▪ a type of popular music intended for dancing to in clubs, typically having a repetitive beat and a synthesized backing track that features sound samples.

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French dancer (verb), dance (noun), of unknown origin.

   Derivatives

   • 1. dancey adjective

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2. www.britannica.com › art › danceDance | Definition, Characteristics, Types, History, People, &...

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   May 29, 2024 · Dance, the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for the purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself. Learn more about the history, styles, and aesthetics of dance in this article.

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   • Choreography

     Choreography, the art of creating and arranging dances. The...

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     Dance - Drama, Expression, Movement: Throughout history...

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   • Social Dance

     Dance - Social, Ritual, Performance: When the early European...

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     Dance - Styles, Movements, Techniques: However rigorous and...

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › danceDance Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jul 5, 2012 · Learn the meaning of dance as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how to use dance in a sentence and explore related phrases and articles.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDANCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of dance as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, idioms, and usage examples. Find out how to pronounce dance and translate it into different languages.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DanceDance - Wikipedia

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   Dance is an art form, often classified as a sport, consisting of sequences of body movements with aesthetic and often symbolic value, either improvised or purposefully selected. [nb 1] Dance can be categorized and described by its choreography, by its repertoire of movements or by its historical period or place of origin. [3] .

6. www.dictionary.com › browse › danceDANCE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Dance definition: to move one's feet or body, or both, rhythmically in a pattern of steps, especially to the accompaniment of music.. See examples of DANCE used in a sentence.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDANCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the various meanings and uses of the word dance as a verb, noun, and adjective. Find synonyms, pronunciation, examples, and related terms for dance.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › danceDance - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   A dance is a series of movements — sometimes choreographed, but sometimes not — where the person moves in time to music. Rumba, tango, disco, swing, and ballet are all examples of types of dances.