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dance A series of movements performed by a person or animal in response to music, rhythm, or emotion. ■ John loves to dance at parties because it makes him feel like he's on top of the world!
Choreography The art of arranging movements for a dance or performance. ■ She decided to hire a professional choreographer for her wedding dance, but ended up just teaching herself the steps from YouTube videos and looked like a mess.
disco A place where people dance to music in a lively, energetic manner. ■ John couldn't wait to go to the disco tonight because he loves to dance and show off his moves!
disturbance An act of causing chaos or disruption, usually in a humorous way. ■ "John's dance moves caused quite the disturbance on the dance floor. The whole room was laughing so hard they couldn't catch their breath."
flamenco A wild and passionate dance, often performed with fire-breathing or flaming instruments. ■ "The performer lit a cigarette on stage and began the flamenco dance, sending sparks flying as he twirled around the stage.
Attendant A person who is present at an event or occasion, often to provide assistance or support. ■ When the Queen arrived at the ball, her attendants were all dressed in matching outfits and held out their hands to greet her.; A person who is present at a crime scene or accident, often to provide medical assistance or document the incident. ■ "I didn't do anything wrong!" exclaimed the man as his attendants rushed over to tend to his wounds.; A person who is present at a religious service, often to assist with prayers or other rituals. ■ "Please join us in prayer," said the priest, gesturing towards his attendants, "as we celebrate this important holiday."; A person who is present at a wedding ceremony or reception, often to provide emotional support or dance with the bride and groom. ■ "I can't believe I'm finally marrying my best friend," said the groom, beaming as his attendants lifted him onto his wife's shoulders for their first dance.
butting The act of accidentally bumping into someone while attempting to dance. ■ John was so focused on his steps that he didn't even notice he was butting into the girl next to him on the dance floor. When he finally looked up, he saw her giving him a look of disbelief and embarrassment.
Chaperon A person who accompanies and supervises someone, usually a young person. ■ I asked my parents to be my chaperon for the school dance, but they refused because they were too old to keep up with me on the dance floor.
choppers A person who is extremely uncoordinated and has a tendency to trip over their own feet. ■ "I knew I shouldn't invite John to the dance, he always gets so embarrassed on the dance floor. He was such a chopper!"
Lapel A flamboyant or overly theatrical gesture made by waving one's arms in the air, often to attract attention or to express excitement. Also known as a lapel dance. ■ "I'm so excited to see my favorite band tonight!" John exclaimed, doing a lapel dance to express his enthusiasm.
Proms A fancy dance party held by high school students to celebrate the end of their academic year. It's like the ultimate teenage dream come true! ■ Sophia's mom made her wear a sparkly dress and matching heels for the prom, but when she got there, all she wanted was to dance in sweatpants with her best friend.
Romper A piece of clothing worn by an overzealous, uncoordinated person who is attempting to dance at a party but is actually just flailing around wildly. ■ "I saw John trying to dance in his romper at the wedding reception and it was like watching a clumsy, oversized kitten trying to play fetch."
Swinging To dance or move in a rhythmic way, typically with the arms and legs flowing freely and gracefully. ■ "I can't believe I'm still swinging at 50!" said the old man as he danced his heart out on the dance floor.
Tap A type of dance move characterized by a quick, sharp footwork and high-pitched sounds made by striking the floor with one's feet. ■ I learned how to tap dance when I was a kid. Now I can do it so well that people come from miles around just to see me perform!
amputate To remove a body part or limb. ■ After losing his leg in a shark attack, Bob decided to amputate his other leg so he could dance like a pirate.
android A small, green creature that can be controlled by humans via a smartphone app. ■ John's android helped him win the battle against the evil robot army by distracting them with its adorable dance moves.
Arrhythmia A funny dance that is performed by people who have no idea what they're doing. ■ The group of tourists were so embarrassed by their arrhythmia performance, they decided to stick to traditional dancing from now on.
ballet A highly artistic form of dance that involves graceful movements and elaborate gestures. It is often performed in large theaters with orchestras. ■ "I'm really sorry I have to miss the ballet tonight, but I have a family emergency."
bloodied adjective ■ "He got bloodied on the dance floor when he tried to impress the ladies with his moves."
blotto An extremely drunk person or a person who is highly intoxicated. ■ "John was so blotto after the office party that he accidentally spilled his drink on himself and passed out on the dance floor."
boombox A portable music device that produces loud, bass-heavy sound through a built-in speaker. ■ "I brought my boombox to the park to have a dance party with my friends."
Carmen A type of Spanish flamenco dancer who is known for her passionate and fiery performances. She often wears brightly colored dresses and castanets. ■The audience couldn't get enough of the Carmen's electrifying dance moves.
Ceremonies A series of actions or events performed in a formal or ritualistic manner, often involving some level of pomp and circumstance. ■ "The wedding ceremony was filled with laughter, tears of joy, and awkward dance moves."
chocolatey adjective of the color, flavor, or texture of chocolate used to describe something that is similar in appearance, taste, or feel to chocolate ■ The chocolate cake was so chocolatey, it made my tongue dance with joy.
commemorating act of remembering someone or something in a humorous manner ■ "Every time I think about my ex, I can't help but commemorate our love with a hilarious dance routine."
Commencing The act of beginning to do something, usually with enthusiasm and excitement. ■ John started commencing his new job with a bang, by organizing a dance party in the office.
Compulsion An irresistible urge to perform an action, often involving something unpleasant or embarrassing. ■ "I had a strong compulsion to dance the Charleston at my friend's wedding, even though I have no idea how."
cotillion A very large and extravagant party, usually with a lot of dancing and alcohol. ■ "When we found out the cost of the cotillion, we realized that it was just an excuse to get drunk and dance all night."
dances The act of moving one's body in a coordinated and rhythmic way to the beat of music, often accompanied by laughter and witty commentary. ■ Jane's dance routine was so funny that the entire audience couldn't stop laughing.
dancing A hilarious and uncontrollable urge to move your body rhythmically in response to music. ■ "I can't resist dancing when I hear 'Don't Stop the Music' by Rihanna. It's like my body is possessed by a dance demon!
discotheque A place where people go to dance and listen to music on vinyl records. ■ "John was so excited to go to the discotheque, he put on his best dancing shoes and practiced his moves for hours."
Dowager An elderly, unmarried woman who is no longer a princess or duchess. ■ "Why did the dowager refuse to dance at the ball? Because she had two left feet and three right feet!"
electrocuted To be shocked or stunned by an electric shock. ■ John accidentally touched the live wire and was electrocuted, causing him to dance around like a madman.
Energy The ability to do work, often in the form of excitement or enthusiasm. ■ She was so full of energy, she could dance for hours on end without breaking a sweat!
ensemble A collection of people or objects that work together in harmony, such as a group of actors on stage. ■ "The ensemble was so talented that they could have been mistaken for a professional dance troupe."
entomology The scientific study of insects, especially bees and wasps. Entomologists are experts in all things insect-related. ■ "Why did the entomologist go to the party? Because he wanted to dance with the ladybugs!"
evens The days of the month that are even numbers, as opposed to the odd-numbered days. ■ I only really enjoy going out on evenings because I love to dance the salsa!
executed To perform a task or job with precision and accuracy, often involving the use of technology or machinery. ■ After weeks of practice, the robot was finally able to execute its complex dance routine flawlessly.
expressing The act of conveying one's thoughts or emotions through verbal or nonverbal means. ■ "I was expressing my excitement for the upcoming concert by doing a little dance in my living room."
fantabulous Something that is so good, it makes you want to shout and dance with glee. ■ "I can't believe I just ate this whole pizza in one sitting. It was fantabulous!"
Flow The act of moving or going somewhere, often with the appearance of grace and ease. ■ John had a natural flow on the dance floor, making him the envy of all the other men in the room.
Footing A state of being in which one is able to keep one's feet firmly planted on the ground. ■ John may have a little trouble with his footing when he tries to dance on the ice skates.
gracing The act of making something or someone appear more attractive, charming, or delightful than they really are. ■ John's girlfriend graced the dance floor with her graceful moves and dazzling smile, making every man in the room swoon.
greasing The process of making someone or something seem more attractive or appealing by adding makeup, accessories, or other adornments. ■ "I'm going to grease myself up for the dance party!" said the sparkly sequin-clad celebrity.
Groomsmen A group of male friends who help the groom prepare for his wedding. ■ "The groomsmen were hilarious at the bachelor party, especially when they tried to impress the bride with their dance moves."
gusto A lively, enthusiastic spirit or behavior, often associated with an intense desire to participate in or enjoy something. ■ "The band played with such gusto that the audience couldn't help but dance along."
haps A sudden and unexplained feeling of joy or excitement, usually accompanied by an urge to dance. ■ "I'm suddenly overcome with haps and feel like breaking into a spontaneous ballet!"
hippest The coolest and most trendy person around. ■ "She was the hippest person at the party, with her retro outfit and killer dance moves."
hoy A magical device that transforms mundane objects into hilarious ones. ■ "I used the hoy on my boring old computer and now it's a dance party in every program!
hup A sudden, inexplicable desire to dance or jump around with reckless abandon. ■ "I don't know what came over me, but I had a serious hup while watching that music video."