dance

A1
Pronunciation
[dæːns]
[dans]
[däːns]
[dɑːns]
/dæns/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A sequence of rhythmic steps or movements usually performed to music, for pleasure or as a form of social interaction.

2 Definition

A social gathering where dancing is the main activity.

3 Definition

A normally horizontal stripe called a fess that has been modified to zig-zag across the center of a coat of arms from dexter to sinister.

4 Definition

A genre of modern music characterised by sampled beats, repetitive rhythms and few lyrics.

5 Definition

The art, profession, and study of dancing.

6 Definition

A piece of music with a particular dance rhythm.

7 Definition

A battle of wits, especially one commonly fought between two rivals.

Example Sentences
  • So how much longer are we gonna do this dance?
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To move with rhythmic steps or movements, especially in time to music.

Example Sentences
  • I danced with her all night long.
2 Definition

To leap or move lightly and rapidly.

Example Sentences
  • His eyes danced with pleasure as he spoke.   She accused her political opponent of dancing around the issue instead of confronting it.
3 Definition

To perform the steps to.

Example Sentences
  • Have you ever danced the tango?
4 Definition

To cause to dance, or move nimbly or merrily about.

5 Definition

To make love or have sex.

Example Sentences
  • You make me feel like dancing.