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sashay
(s/&/'/S//eI/ )

noun (n)

  • a square dance figure; partners circle each other taking sideways steps(noun.act)
    source: wordnet30
  • (ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    chasse
    source: wordnet30
  • a journey taken for pleasure(noun.act)
    Example:
    After cautious sashays into the field.
    Synonym:
    excursion, expedition, jaunt, junket, outing, pleasure trip
    source: wordnet30

verb (v)

  • move sideways(verb.motion)
    Synonym:
    sidle
    source: wordnet30
  • to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others(verb.motion)
    Synonym:
    cock, prance, ruffle, strut, swagger, tittup
    source: wordnet30
  • perform a chasse step, in ballet(verb.motion)
    source: wordnet30
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