dancing
/'dɑ:nsiɳ/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The activity of moving one's body rhythmically, typically to music: "dancing" refers to the art or act of performing a series of rhythmic and patterned bodily movements, often in time with music.
Usage
- "Dancing" is used as a gerund (a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun) to describe the general activity or performance of dance.
- It can refer to a social activity, a performance art, a form of exercise, or a ceremonial practice.
Examples
- Noun:
- She finds great joy in dancing.
- The dancing at the wedding was energetic and fun.
- He has studied various forms of dancing, including ballet and salsa.
Advanced Usage
- "to go dancing": to go to a place (like a club or party) for the purpose of dancing.
- We are going dancing downtown tonight.
- "dancing skills/lessons": referring to one's ability or instruction in the art of dance.
- She is taking dancing lessons to improve her technique.
Variants and Related Words
- Dance (n/v): The base form. As a noun, it can refer to a particular sequence of steps/movements or a social gathering for dancing. As a verb, it means to perform the activity.
- Let's dance! (v)
- They performed a traditional dance. (n)
- Dancer (n): A person who dances.
- She is a professional dancer.
Synonyms
- Terpsichorean art (formal): A classical term for the art of dance.
- Moving to music: A descriptive phrase for dancing.
Related Phrases
- Dancing shoes: Shoes specifically designed or worn for dancing.
- She put on her dancing shoes for the party.
- Dancing partner: A person with whom one dances.
- He was her dancing partner for the evening.
Idioms
- "Dancing on air": Feeling extremely happy and joyful.
- After hearing the good news, she was dancing on air.
- "Dance to someone's tune": To do what someone else wants or commands.
- The employees were tired of dancing to the manager's tune.
Noun
- taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music