Dance [dæːns]

The meaning and definition of Dance, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A sequence of rhythmic steps or movements usually performed to music, for pleasure or as a form of social interaction.
A social gathering where dancing is the main activity.

verb

To move with rhythmic steps or movements, especially in time to music.
“I danced with her all night long.”
To leap or move lightly and rapidly.
“His eyes danced with pleasure as he spoke. She accused her political opponent of dancing around the issue instead of confronting it.”

Synonyms throw shapes do the deed get some have sex

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