Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoedown
noun
/ˈhoʊˌdaʊn/
Definition
A lively social gathering, often featuring music and dancing, typically associated with rural communities.
Examples
- The community hosted a hoedown to celebrate the end of summer.
- Everyone enjoyed the live band at the hoedown, and the square dancing was a highlight.
- She wore her favorite cowboy boots to the hoedown last weekend.
Meaning
Hoedowns are events where people come together to have fun, dance, and enjoy live music, especially in a country or folk tradition.
Synonyms
- Barn dance
- Folk festival
- Square dance
