Definition
A ballroom dance in triple meter (3/4 time) with a flowing, rotating movement; also used as a verb meaning to move smoothly or easily, sometimes carelessly.
Example Usage
She waltzes across the dance floor with effortless grace.
Origin
From German 'Walzer,' derived from 'walzen' (to revolve or turn), popularized in Vienna in the late 18th century.
Fun Fact
The Viennese Waltz was once considered scandalous because dancers held each other in close proximity, which was considered improper.
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