Waltz

/wɔːlts/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A graceful dance in triple time, performed primarily to waltz music.

They danced a beautiful waltz together at the gala.

A piece of music composed in the waltz style.

The orchestra played a lovely waltz that set the mood for the evening.

verb

To dance a waltz.

They waltzed across the floor, perfectly in sync.

To move or stroll in a lively, carefree manner.

She waltzed through the park, enjoying the beautiful day.

Borrowed from German 'Waltz', from 'walzen', meaning 'to roll' or 'to dance'.

waltz in

to enter a place casually or confidently.

waltz back

to return effortlessly.

waltz away

to leave in a carefree manner.

foxtrot

A dance similar to the waltz but in a different rhythm.

tango

A more dramatic dance form, often contrasted with the waltz.

samba

A lively Brazilian dance, differing in style from the waltz.

To move smoothly and confidently through a situation.

He just waltzed into the meeting and took charge.

To be overly confident in a situation.

She waltzed into the exam without studying, thinking she'd ace it.