dancer

¹

[ dan-ser, dahn- ]

noun

1. a person who dances.
2. a person who dances professionally, as on the stage.

Dancer

²

[ dan-ser, dahn- ]

noun

1. Stanley, 1927–2005, U.S. harness racer and trainer.

Other Words From

• non·dancer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of dancer¹

1250–1300; Middle English dauncer; dance, -er ¹

Example Sentences

On Douyin, China’s version of TikTok, sexually suggestive hip thrusts may be allowed if the dancer’s pants are covered by a black box.

From Los Angeles Times

Can a line be drawn between your being a trained dancer and your ability to pick up things quickly?

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That belly dancer in my 9th grade history class in 1982 at my L.A. magnet?

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Jamison blossomed during her 15 years as a company dancer.

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American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Copeland said Jamison’s contributions to dance left a “lasting mark on our world”; she praised the choreographer for her legacy, which she says will “continue to shape the future of dance.”

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Related Words

• ballet dancer