belly dancer

belly dance

n.
1. A dance probably of Middle Eastern origin, traditionally performed solo by a woman and characterized by sinuous hip and abdominal movements.
2. A performance of this dance.

bel′ly-dance′ v.
belly dancer n.
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.belly dancer - a woman who performs a solo belly dancebelly dancer - a woman who performs a solo belly dance
dancer, professional dancer, terpsichorean - a performer who dances professionally
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