clog dance

noun

1. a dance in which clogs, or heavy shoes, are worn for hammering out the lively rhythm.

Other Words From

• clog dancer noun
• clog dancing noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of clog dance¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

She now sings them herself at folk shows - often accompanied by a clog dance.

From BBC

And maybe, if we’re very, very lucky, we’ll hear in another few years that Donald Trump, former presidential candidate, will be doing a clog dance on next season’s “America’s Got Talent.”

From Seattle Times

While the authentic clog dance is still popular at many folk festivals and re-enactment shows, Stephen and other cloggers his age are part of the world of contemporary clogging.

From Washington Times

His “Flames” is filled with raucous folk ensembles, including a clog dance and a rousing Carmagnole.

From New York Times

Mr. Meek’s sturdy brown shoes, worn by both the women and the men, convey class and geography, and they also serve to augment the strings with some welcome percussion whenever a clog dance breaks out.

From New York Times