Bolero
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bəˈlɛɹoʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bolero is a noun meaning (dance) A lively Spanish dance in 3/4 time; also an unrelated slower-tempo dance of Cuban origin, in 2/4 time.
Meaning
(dance) A lively Spanish dance in 3/4 time; also an unrelated slower-tempo dance of Cuban origin, in 2/4 time.
More Meanings
- (fashion) A type of short, buttonless jacket or blouse, open or tied in front and ending at the diaphragm.
- (intransitive) To dance the bolero.
Example Sentences
He took the bolero, which was made of soft angora, and rubbed it up and down his cheek.
Edward's attention was at first rivetted on two dancers engaged in their graceful national dance, the bolero. What a blessing to a people is a climate that encourages out-of-door amusement!
Word Forms
- boleros
- boleroing
- boleroed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rumba, bulerias, habanera, jota, malambo, sarabande.
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