Maurevel (en. Maurevel)

/moʁəvɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Folk dance of Provençal origin.
The villagers gathered to dance the maurevel during the festival.
Les villageois se sont réunis pour danser le maurevel lors de la fête.
Music accompanying this dance.
The maurevel echoed throughout the valley during the celebration.
Le maurevel résonnait dans toute la vallée pendant la célébration.

Etymology

Of Provençal origin, the word 'maurevel' comes from Old French.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to dance the maurevel
To participate in a traditional dance.
danser le maurevel
maurevel music
Typical melody accompanying the dance.
musique de maurevel

Related Words

dance
Rhythmic movement, often in a group.
danse
folklore
Traditions and customs of a people.
folklore
festival
Celebration or joyful event.
fête

Slang Meanings

To let loose on the dance floor.
Tonight, we are all going to maurevel at the ball!
Ce soir, on va tous maureveler au bal!
To party with intensity.
They really maureveled until morning.
Ils ont vraiment maurevelé jusqu'au matin.