dancing
UK: ˈdɑːnsɪŋ | US: ˈdænsɪŋ
n. the activity of moving rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
v. present participle of "dance" (to perform such movements)
The word "dance" originates from the Old French "dancier," meaning "to dance," which may have Germanic roots (e.g., Old High German "danson"). The suffix "-ing" is a productive English suffix used to form present participles or gerunds, indicating the ongoing action or state. Together, "dancing" literally means "the act of performing dance movements."
She loves dancing to pop music in her free time.
The children were dancing around the room with joy.
Professional dancing requires years of practice and discipline.
The couple took dancing lessons before their wedding.
Dancing under the stars is one of life’s simple pleasures.