dance
dance
dæns
dāns
/dɑːns/

Definition & Meaning of "dance"in English

to dance
01

to move the body to music in a special way

Intransitive
to dance definition and meaning
Examples
During the carnival, everyone were dancing in the streets.
02

to move with energy and enthusiasm

Intransitive
Examples
She danced across the room, her feet light and quick with every step.
03

to move up and down in a light, rapid manner

Intransitive
Examples
The lights seemed to dance in the air as they flickered on and off.
Dance
01

a series of rhythmical movements performed to a particular type of music

dance definition and meaning

What is "dance"?

Dance is a way of moving the body to music, often in a rhythmic and expressive manner. It can be done alone or with others and is usually meant to be enjoyable or to show feelings and stories. Dance can vary in style, from formal and structured movements to more casual and free-flowing ones.

Examples
Learning a new dance can be challenging but fun.
02

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

03

a party of people assembled for dancing

04

a party for social dancing

05

the art of dancing, particularly for the sake of entertainment

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