Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
box-step
noun
/ˈbɒks stɛp/
Definition
A dance step in which the dancer moves in a square pattern, typically used in ballroom dancing.
Examples
- The couple practiced the box-step until it felt seamless on the dance floor.
- She learned the box-step as part of her ballroom dance class.
- The instructor demonstrated the box-step before the social dance began.
Meaning
The box-step is a fundamental movement that creates a smooth flow in dance. It involves taking two steps forward, one step to the side, and one step to close the feet together, often used in waltzes and other ballroom styles.
Synonyms
- Square-step
- Basic step
- Dance step
