ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dancing

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈdɑːns.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Dancing is a noun meaning The activity of taking part in a dance.

Meaning

The activity of taking part in a dance.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of dance
  2. (historical) A dance club in France.

Example Sentences

New dancings pervaded the length and breadth of Montmartre in order to suit the taste of foreign patrons.
Different dancings also attracted different crowds. Indeed, the diversity of dancers throughout the city makes drawing a detailed portrait of them difficult.

Word Forms

Synonyms for dancing

Depending on context, synonyms include active, dance.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include active, ballroom, ballet, waltz, tango, choreography.

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