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   Dance

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   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 (someone) in a particular direction while dancing: "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: "midges danced over the stream" Similar flickersparkletwinkleshimmerleaprippledartplayflickflitquiverjigglejoggleoscillate
   • ▪ (of someone's eyes) sparkle brightly with pleasure or excitement: "he grinned, his gray eyes dancing"

   noun

   • 1. a series of 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: "she has studied dance with Martha Graham"
   • ▪ 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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   What does dance mean?

   • Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free! Can you solve 4 words at once? Get Word of the Day daily email! The meaning of DANCE is to move one's body rhythmically usually to music : to engage in or perform a dance.

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   What is a universal definition of dance?

   • A truly universal definition of dance must, therefore, return to the fundamental principle that dance is an art form or activity that utilizes the body and the range of movement of which the body is capable. Unlike the movements performed in everyday living, dance movements are not directly related to work, travel, or survival.

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   What does a dancer do?

   • They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. 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.

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   How do you become a dancer?

   • A dancer practices in a dance studio, the primary setting for training in classical dance and many other styles. Dance studies are offered through the arts and humanities programs of many higher education institutions. Some universities offer Bachelor of Arts and higher academic degrees in Dance.

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   Apr 9, 2024 · Dance is the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for various purposes and expressions. Learn about the different forms, styles, and aesthetics of dance from various regions and cultures in this article.

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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. Dance can be categorized and described by its choreography, by its repertoire of movements or by its historical period or place of origin.

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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.

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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. If you move in a rhythmic manner — especially to music — you can use the verb dance to explain your actions. As a noun, a dance can be a ...

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   noun. uk / dɑːns / us. dance noun (MOVING) A1. the activity of moving your feet and body to music: I had a dance with my dad. More examples. dance noun (STEPS) B1. a particular set of steps or movements to music: My favourite dance is the tango. dance noun (EVENT) a social event where people dance to music. dance noun (ACTIVITY) A2.