cancan
/ˈkænˌkæn/
noun
- A lively, high-energy dance from France, traditionally performed by women in a line who kick their legs high and lift their skirts.
- The dancers performed a high-energy cancan at the Parisian cabaret.
- The cancan became popular in the 19th century and is still performed in theaters today.
- She learned the cancan for the school talent show and practiced her kicks every day.