Prance
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹæn(t)s/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Prance is a verb meaning (of a horse) To spring forward on the hind legs.
Meaning
(of a horse) To spring forward on the hind legs.
More Meanings
- (colloquial, figuratively) To strut about in a showy manner.
- A prancing movement.
Example Sentences
There seemed a little prance of triumph in his movement,
John's daughter was prancing about the sitting room, practicing for her school dance.
“So, so beautiful. I'm gonna do one last roly-poly before we go. [snorting, squealing] At least I had one moment of joy in a life of drudgery. Where will the truffle hunt take us next?” “Nowhere. You're free, Jambone. I'm releasing you from nose jail.” “Really? I can stay here in this paradise and prance and frolic?” “Just stick to frolicking.” “[emotional] Thank you, Mr. Bender. You're the kindest person I've ever met.” “Really? [crying] That's horrible.”
Word Forms
- prances
- prancing
- pranced
Synonyms for prance
Depending on context, synonyms include ruffle, strut, swagger.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ruffle, strut, swagger, cock, cavort, praunce.
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