waltzes

We have found lemma(root) word of waltzes : waltz.

Definitions


[wɒl(t)s], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a dance in triple time performed by a couple, who as a pair turn rhythmically round and round as they progress around the dance floor
(e.g: he thought the waltz the most difficult dance to master)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 18th century: from German Walzer, from walzen ‘revolve’


[wɒl(t)s], (Verb)

Definitions:
- dance a waltz
(e.g: I waltzed across the floor with the lieutenant)

- act casually, confidently, or inconsiderately
(e.g: you can't waltz in here and bark orders at me)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 18th century: from German Walzer, from walzen ‘revolve’




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