stepdance

[ step-dans, -dahns ]

noun

a dance in which the steps are the most important characteristic, specifically a solo dance with intricate, vigorous steps, often performed with the hands kept in the pockets.

Origin of stepdance

First recorded in 1885–90; step + dance

Other words from stepdance

stepdancer, noun
stepdancing, noun

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How to use stepdance in a sentence

Orth'ris began rowlin' his eyes an' crackin' his fingers an' dancin' a step-dance for to impress the Headman.
Soldier Stories | Rudyard Kipling
Each half-verse exhibits three rhythmical beats answering to the beat of a three-step dance.
The Oxford Book of Latin Verse | Various
I have heard him tell of Evelyn Law, that when she first came to the studio she exhibited a tap and step dance as her specialty.
The Art of Stage Dancing | Ned Wayburn
Young people of both sexes were very fond of getting him to do a step-dance or sing a song.
The Shellback's Progress | Walter Runciman
A born musician, he could play on almost any instrument, sing comic songs, and step-dance as well as any professional.
The Shellback's Progress | Walter Runciman

British Dictionary definitions for step dance

step dance

noun

a dance in which a display of steps is more important than gesture or posture, esp a solo dance

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