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waltz

Syllabification: (waltz)
Pronunciation: /wôlts/

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Definition of waltz

noun

  • a dance in triple time performed by a couple who as a pair turn rhythmically around and around as they progress around the dance floor.
  • a piece of music written for or in the style of a waltz.

verb

[no object]
  • dance a waltz:I waltzed across the floor with the lieutenant
  • [with object] guide (someone) in or as if in a waltz:he waltzed her around the table
  • [no object] move or act lightly, casually, or inconsiderately:you can’t just waltz in and expect to make a mark it is the third time that he has waltzed off with the coveted award

Phrases

waltz Matilda

see Matilda2.

Derivatives

waltzer

noun

Origin:

late 18th century: from German Walzer, from walzen 'revolve'

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