1. Taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
   "Dancing was a popular pastime at the community centre";
   - dance, terpsichore, saltation [archaic]

1. (dancing) move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance
   "My husband and I like to dance at home to the radio";
   - trip the light fantastic [archaic], trip the light fantastic toe [archaic]
    
2. Move in a graceful and rhythmical way
   "The young girl danced into the room"
    
3. Skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways
   "Dancing flames"; "The children danced with joy"

Derived forms: dancings

Type of: diversion, move, performing arts, recreation

Encyclopedia: Dancing