ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Polonaise

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˌpɒləˈneɪz/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Polonaise is a noun meaning (dance) A stately Polish dance in triple time and moderate tempo.

Meaning

(dance) A stately Polish dance in triple time and moderate tempo.

More Meanings

  1. (music) Music for this dance.
  2. A woman's dress having a tight bodice and a skirt divided to show a coloured underskirt.
  3. A short overcoat bordered with fur.
  4. (cooking) A garnish made with melted butter, breadcrumbs, and herbs.
  5. Synonym of Polish bed.
  6. (intransitive) To dance the polonaise.

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