devil dancing
The term "devil dancing" encompasses various traditional and ceremonial dances performed across different cultures, often involving elaborate costumes and masks.
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Definition
B2West African Culture
(traditional, ceremonial)A dance performed by masked dancers, often from secret societies, during ceremonies and celebrations, accompanied by drumming.
Example
- In Sierra Leone, devil dancing is a key feature of many important ceremonies.
B2Sri Lankan Culture
(ritual, healing)A ceremonial dance known as 'Thelme,' performed to exorcise demons and provide protection.
Example
- Thelme is a traditional form of devil dancing in Sri Lanka, aimed at driving away evil spirits.
C1Figurative
(idiomatic, informal)Engaging in risky, reckless, or potentially immoral behavior.
Example
- His devil dancing with the stock market eventually led to his financial ruin.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "devil dancing":
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