Meaning of the word "square dance" in English

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square dance

US /ˈskwer dæns/
UK /ˈskwer dæns/
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Noun

1.

a type of folk dance in which four couples form a square, with a caller shouting out the dance moves

Example:
They learned how to do a traditional square dance at the community event.
The caller's instructions are essential for a good square dance.

Verb

1.

to perform a square dance

Example:
The group gathered to square dance at the annual festival.
They often square dance on Friday nights at the community hall.
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