Meaning & Definition of word "Dancer"

Dancer

/ˈdæn.sɚ/

noun:

  • 1. A person who dances or whose profession is dancing.
    • Example: The dancer performed gracefully on the stage.
  • 2. A person who participates in a specific style of dance, often in a competitive or professional setting.
    • Example: She is a contemporary dancer who has won several awards.
  • 3. A performer who entertains an audience by dancing.
    • Example: The group hired a dancer for their wedding reception.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'dancer', from the verb 'dance', which originates from the Old French 'dancer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dance to the beat:

To move rhythmically to music.

dance like nobody's watching:

To dance freely without concern for others' opinions.

Related Words

dancing:

The act of moving rhythmically to music.

choreography:

The art of creating dance sequences.

Slang Meanings of dancer

Meaning: Groove

Example Sentence: He really knows how to get his groove on at the club.

Meaning: Shuffler

Example Sentence: At the festival, she was the best shuffler on the dance floor.