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stepdance

[ step-dans, -dahns ]
/ ˈstɛpˌdæns, -ˌdɑns /

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.

Words nearby stepdance

stepanakert, stepbrother, stepchair, stepchild, stepdame, stepdance, stepdaughter, stepfamily, stepfather, stepford, stephanie

Origin of stepdance

First recorded in 1885–90; step + dance

OTHER WORDS FROM stepdance

step·danc·er, nounstep·danc·ing, noun
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