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co·til·lion
also co·til·lon (kō-tĭl′yən, kə-)n.
1. A formal ball, especially one at which young women are presented to society.
2.
a. A lively dance, originating in France in the 18th century, having varied, intricate patterns and steps.
b. A quadrille.
c. The music for these dances.
[French cotillon, from Old French, petticoat, diminutive of cote, coat; see coat.]
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Translations
cotill(i)on
n → Kotillon m
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