Definition

A person who performs dances, either for entertainment or as a form of art.

Example

The dancer captivated the audience with her graceful movements.

Conversation

Have you seen the new dancer at the club?

Yeah, she's amazing! Her moves are so fluid.

I heard she used to be a professional dancer in New York.

That makes sense! She's got such great energy on stage.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To move rhythmically to music, often following a set pattern of steps.

Example

She loves to dance at parties and events.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw you at the party last night; you really know how to dancer!

Thanks! I was just having fun with my friends.

I wish I could dancer like that without feeling shy.

Root Explanation

Dancer → It is formed from "dance" (from Old French *dancer*, meaning to move rhythmically) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A dancer is a person who moves rhythmically to music.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'moves rhythmically' — that's what a dancer does, and the '-er' just means a person.

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