noun

The noun "waltz" refers to a ballroom dance in triple time with a strong accent on the first beat and a basic pattern of step-step-close.

verb

To dance the waltz: The waltz is a type of ballroom dance with a distinctive 3/4 time signature. To "waltz" can mean to dance this particular style of dance.

Example

noun

1. The couple danced a beautiful waltz at the ball last night.
2. The orchestra played a romantic waltz that brought tears to my eyes.
3. My grandparents first met while dancing the waltz at a wedding in the 1950s.

verb

1. At the ball, they waltzed together to the romantic music.
2. She taught him how to waltz, and they spent the evening dancing together.
3. The couple waltzed beautifully across the dance floor, drawing the admiration of the other guests.