Miami clapping

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

A rhythmic arm-raising and clapping dance move that originated in 1980s and early 90s gay bars, particularly during instrumental breakdowns in house music—a nostalgic piece of club culture history.

Example Usage

When the DJ played that classic house track, the whole dance floor started doing Miami clapping.

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