Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minuet
noun
/ˌmɪn.juˈɛt/
Definition
A slow, graceful dance that was popular in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Examples
- The minuet was often included as a movement in classical symphonies.
- She danced a beautiful minuet at the formal ball.
- They practiced the minuet for weeks before the performance.
Meaning
Minuet refers to a specific style of dance characterized by a moderate tempo and a triple meter, often performed in a courtly manner.
Synonyms
- dance
- court dance
- gigue
