dancing-master
/'dɑ:nsiɳ,mɑ:stə/
Definition
Noun: A dancing-master is a professional teacher of dancing. This term traditionally refers to a person, historically often a man, whose occupation is to instruct others in the art and steps of formal dance.
Usage
The word "dancing-master" is used to identify a person's profession. It is a somewhat formal and traditional term. * The young ladies were sent to a dancing-master to learn the minuet and other courtly dances. * In the 18th century, a good dancing-master was considered essential for a proper education in high society.
Advanced Usage
- The term can carry historical or literary connotations, often evoking images of formal ballroom instruction in past centuries.
- It is sometimes used figuratively to describe someone who is very graceful or who instructs others in movement.
- The lead choreographer acted as a dancing-master to the entire cast, drilling them on their precise movements.
Variants and Related Words
- Dance instructor (n): A more modern and general term for a teacher of dance.
- Choreographer (n): A person who creates dance compositions and arranges movements. A dancing-master teaches established steps, while a choreographer invents new ones.
Synonyms
- Dance teacher
- Dance tutor
Antonyms
- Dance student
- Pupil
- Novice
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To have the grace of a dancing-master: Used to compliment someone's poise and elegant movement.
- Despite his size, he moved with the grace of a dancing-master.
Noun
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a professional teacher of dancing
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