fox trot
1 Americannoun
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a social dance, in quadruple meter, performed by couples, characterized by various combinations of slow and quick steps.
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a pace, as of a horse, consisting of a series of short steps, as in slackening from a trot to a walk.
verb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of fox trot1
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
Origin of fox-trot2
First recorded in 1915–20
Vocabulary lists containing fox-trot
Example Sentences
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“You floated across that floor like butter on a crumpet,” he told British singer Frankie Bridge of her finely rendered fox trot on “Strictly Come Dancing.”
From Washington Post • Apr. 24, 2023
Many were first-generation Asian Americans, drawn to the artistry of the tango, fox trot and cha-cha after having spent most of their lives working and raising children.
From New York Times • Feb. 24, 2023
Carrie Ann acknowledges the fox trot is a tough dance, especially for the first night, but says it’s clear that Monica put in a ton of effort.
From Washington Post • Sep. 15, 2020
Taking on twisting, scenic routes in a nimble sports car with a manual transmission can feel like a masterful fox trot.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2018
A fox trot is being played on the victrola, and The Boy is teaching the steps to Miss Brown, whom he is pulling around with spirited good-nature.
From Six One-Act Plays by Oliver, Margaret Scott
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