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/ˈdænsɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The activity or art of dancing.
Dancing is her favorite form of exercise.
A style or genre of dance.
He specializes in modern dancing.
verb
The action of moving the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music.
She enjoys dancing at parties with her friends.
To perform a dance.
They will be dancing a waltz at the wedding.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'dancier', which means to dance.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cut a rug
To dance, especially energetically.
dance the night away
To dance for a long time, often until the night ends.
get down
To dance with enthusiasm or style.
stop dancing around
To stop avoiding a topic and address it directly.
Related Words
ballroom
A large room for formal dancing.
choreography
The art of designing and arranging dances.
ballad
A form of dance music or a dance itself.
salsa
A style of social dance that originated in the Caribbean.
Slang Meanings
Get down
Let's get down on the dance floor!
Boogie
We're going to boogie all night long.
Cut loose
After a long week, it's time to cut loose and dance.