pol·o·naise (p l  -n z , p l-)n. 1. A stately, marchlike Polish dance, primarily a promenade by couples. 2. Music for or based on the traditional rhythm of this dance, having triple meter. 3. A woman's dress of the 18th century, having a fitted bodice and draped cutaway skirt, worn over an elaborate underskirt. [French, from feminine of polonais, Polish, from Medieval Latin Pol nia, Poland.] |
polonaise [ˌpɒləˈneɪz]
n
1. (Performing Arts / Dancing) a ceremonial marchlike dance in three-four time from Poland
2. (Music, other) a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance
3. (Clothing & Fashion) a woman's costume with a tight bodice and an overskirt drawn back to show a decorative underskirt
[from French danse polonaise Polish dance]
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