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quadrille1

Syllabification: (quad·rille)

Pronunciation: /kwäˈdril, k(w)ə-/

Definition of quadrille

noun

a square dance performed typically by four couples and containing five figures, each of which is a complete dance in itself.
a piece of music for a quadrille dance.
each of four groups of riders taking part in a tournament or carousel, distinguished by a special costume or colors.
a riding display.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French, from Spanish cuadrilla or Italian quadriglia 'troop, company', from cuadra, quadra 'square', based on Latin quadrare 'make square'