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dancer

1 American  
[dan-ser, dahn-] / ˈdæn sər, ˈdɑn- /

noun

  1. a person who dances.

  2. a person who dances professionally, as on the stage.


Dancer 2 American  
[dan-ser, dahn-] / ˈdæn sər, ˈdɑn- /

noun

  1. Stanley, 1927–2005, U.S. harness racer and trainer.


Other Word Forms

  • nondancer noun

Etymology

Origin of dancer

1250–1300; Middle English dauncer; dance, -er 1

Example Sentences

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Baroness Bull was a principal dancer at the Royal Ballet for almost two decades and is a current deputy speaker.

From BBC

A standout event is Fantasy Suite, a pole dance show that features queer dancers with varying body types.

From Los Angeles Times

She’s also found critical success in the music sphere, where she gained early prominence as a singer, dancer and choreographer.

From Los Angeles Times

Three-time world champion ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates will return to the Olympics for the fourth time as a pair hoping for their first individual medal.

From Los Angeles Times

The dancers wove through the crowd as others clapped along in raucous celebration.

From Los Angeles Times