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Meaning of prancing
The primary meaning of the word "prancing" is to move with long, energetic strides, often in a proud or showy manner.
Etymology of prancing
The word "prancing" originates from the Old French word "prenser" or "prensier", meaning to stretch or extend, and the Middle English word "pransen", meaning to strut or swagger
Historically, the word has been used to describe the proud and showy movements of horses, and later, the confident and energetic movements of people
Synonyms
dancing
leaping
jumping
bounding
cavorting
frolicking
capering
priggling
gamboling
skipping
hopping
stepping
strutting
striding
marching
pacing
trotting
cantering
galloping
racing
sprinting
dashing
rushing
hurrying
scurrying
scuttling
tripping
twirling
spinning
swirling
swaying
swishing
sashaying
gliding
sliding
slipping
sliding
glissading
Definitions
- To move with long, energetic strides, often in a proud or showy manner
- * To dance or move with a lively, springy step
- * To exhibit pride or confidence in one's movements or actions
Usage Examples
- The horse was prancing in the field, its mane and tail flowing in the wind
- * The dancer was prancing across the stage, her bright costume shimmering under the lights
- * The child was prancing around the playground, full of energy and excitement