buck and wing
/ˈbʌk ənd ˈwɪŋ/
noun
- A lively, fast-paced tap dance that involves quick footwork, jumps, and arm movements, originally from American vaudeville.
- The performer amazed the audience with a classic buck-and-wing routine.
- The dance competition featured a solo buck-and-wing that brought the crowd to its feet.
- She learned the buck-and-wing from her grandfather, who danced in vaudeville shows.
- A type of energetic, showy dance step or style, often used informally to describe any flashy or exuberant dancing.
- The kids invented their own buck-and-wing, hopping and spinning across the lawn.
- Her buck-and-wing during the school talent show was full of joy and energy.
- At the party, he broke into a buck-and-wing that made everyone laugh.