tap dancing
Definition
- Noun:
- A style of dance characterized by rhythmically tapping the shoes (which have metal plates) on the floor: "Tap dancing" is a form of dance where the performer creates audible, percussive rhythms by striking the floor with the heels and toes of specially fitted shoes.
Usage
- "Tap dancing" is used as a singular, non-count noun to refer to the dance style or performance art in general.
- It can also refer to a specific performance or instance of this dance.
Examples
- Noun:
- She has been studying tap dancing for ten years.
- The musical featured an incredible tap dancing number.
- I love the sound and energy of tap dancing.
Advanced Usage
- "to do tap dancing": to practice or perform this dance form.
- He started to do tap dancing when he was a child.
Variants and Related Words
- Tap dance (n): Often used interchangeably with "tap dancing" to refer to the dance style or a specific routine.
- He performed a solo tap dance.
- Tap-dance (v): To perform tap dancing.
- The actor learned to tap-dance for the role.
- Tap dancer (n): A person who performs tap dancing.
- She is a professional tap dancer.
Synonyms
- Percussive dance: A broader category of dance that includes creating rhythm with the body, of which tap is a prime example.
- Step dancing: A related form of dance that emphasizes footwork and rhythm.
Related Phrases
- Tap shoes: The special shoes with metal plates (taps) on the heel and toe, worn for this dance.
- Tap routine: A choreographed sequence of tap dancing steps.
Noun
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a dance step tapped out audibly with the feet
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