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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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   What is the definition of dance?

   • It can be a performing art, a participatory activity, and a religious expression as defined and recognized by performers and observers within a particular community or culture. Dance can be categorized and described by movement inventories, styles of choreography, historical period, and place of origin or occurrence.

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   How do you describe dance?

   • Dance can be categorized and described by movement inventories, styles of choreography, historical period, and place of origin or occurrence. Other forms of movement activity, particularly sports, are said to have “dance-like” qualities. Some of these activities, in fact, use dance vocabulary and elements of choreography.

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   What is a dance & why is it important?

   • Dance— is constructed human movement that follows guiding principals of structure, body language, and meaning. It can be a performing art, a participatory activity, and a religious expression as defined and recognized by performers and observers within a particular community or culture.

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   Is dance a form of movement?

   • Other forms of movement activity, particularly sports, are said to have “dance-like” qualities. Some of these activities, in fact, use dance vocabulary and elements of choreography. Dance also uses movements and energies from other forms.

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

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   Apr 17, 2024 · 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.

   • Author: Jill Conte

   • Publish Year: 2009

4. libguides.rowan.edu › dance › referenceBackground Information - Dance - Research Guides at Rowan ...

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   Apr 26, 2024 · Dance. Background Information. American Ballet Theatre's Ballet Dictionary. This reference resource provides clear and concise definitions of the important terms of Ballet. In addition to the definition, each term also has an accompanying audio clip with the correct pronunciation for the term. Dance Notation Bureau Library.

   • Author: Bret McCandless

   • Publish Year: 2019

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   Apr 20, 2024 · When I asked Prange to define dance, she stated that dance is simply a natural form of expression. Britannica says, "Dance is a universal language that communicates emotions directly and sometimes is more powerful than words." Dance St. Louis has been in existence for more than fifty- five years.

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   5 days ago · A beloved pastime for people across every culture, dance is a method of expression, a form of art, and the beauty is that anyone can do it. Howcast makes it easy to get learn how to dance in your favorite style—or to explore many different dance styles.

7. qcc.libguides.com › cLibrary Guides: Dance Resources: Dance Vocabulary

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   Apr 17, 2024 · Dance— is constructed human movement that follows guiding principals of structure, body language, and meaning. It can be a performing art, a participatory activity, and a religious expression as defined and recognized by performers and observers within a particular community or culture.

   • Author: Bill Blick

   • Publish Year: 2018

8. www.britannica.com › art › Morris-danceMorris dance | English Folk Dance, Rituals & Music | Britannica

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   Apr 28, 2024 · Morris dance, ritual folk dance performed in rural England by groups of specially chosen and trained men; less specifically, a variety of related customs, such as mumming, as well as some popular entertainments derived from them. Similar customs are widespread throughout Europe and extend to the.

9. catalog.montgomerycollege.edu › preview_courseDANC 100 - Introduction to Dance - Acalog ACMS™

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   Apr 18, 2024 · Demonstrate an understanding of the role of dance in social, cultural, and ritual contexts. Demonstrate an understanding of the aesthetic principles that define dance as a communicative art form.