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   Dance

   /dans/

   

   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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2. guides.nyu.edu › DanceEducationHome - Dance Education - Research Guides at New York University

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   Apr 17, 2024 · Structured into three parts, this book examines the following essential questions- - What is dance? What defines dance as an art form? - How and where is dance performed and for what purpose? - How do social contexts shape the making and interpretation of dance? The first part covers the history of dance education and its definition.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › social dancingSocial dancing - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   4 days ago · social dancing: 1 n dancing as part of a social occasion Types: show 41 types... hide 41 types... jitterbug a jerky American dance that was popular in the 1940s lindy , lindy hop an energetic American dance that was popular in the 1930s (probably named for the aviator Charles Lindbergh) fandango a provocative Spanish courtship dance in triple ...

4. sfconservatoryofdance.org › dance-terminologyDynamics - Definition & Detailed Explanation - Dance ...

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   Apr 16, 2024 · I. What is Dynamics in Dance? Dynamics in dance refer to the varying degrees of energy, intensity, and emotion that dancers bring to their movements. It is the quality of movement that gives a performance its unique character and helps convey the message or story that the choreographer intends to communicate.

5. www.youtube.com › watchWhat Is Dance | Definition Of Dance | Meaning Of Dance | Dance

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   3 days ago · What Is Dance | Definition Of Dance | Meaning Of Dance | DanceWHAT IS DANCE1.a series of steps and movements which you do to music2.Dance is an art form, of...

6. www.dancingfads.com › news › history-of-swing-danceA History of Swing Dancing

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   Apr 4, 2024 · What is Swing Dancing? Swing dancing is a group of dances that developed with the swing style of jazz music in the 1920s through 1940. Historically, “swing” referred to the style of jazz music that inspired the dance. During that time, hundreds of styles of swing dancing developed.

7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › belly danceBelly dance Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Apr 14, 2024 · The meaning of BELLY DANCE is a usually solo dance emphasizing movements of the belly.

8. sfconservatoryofdance.org › dance-companiesTouring dance company - Definition & Detailed Explanation ...

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   Apr 1, 2024 · A touring dance company is a group of professional dancers who travel to different cities, countries, or regions to perform for audiences. These companies