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.

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Origin of stepdance

First recorded in 1885–90; step + dance

OTHER WORDS FROM stepdance

step·danc·er, nounstep·danc·ing, noun

Words nearby stepdance

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