fan dance
A 'fan dance' involves the use of fans as central props, with different cultural and performative interpretations across the world.
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Definition
B2Performing Arts
(traditional, cultural)A dance where performers use fans to create visually appealing movements and patterns, often seen in East Asian cultural events.
Example
- The Chinese fan dance is a beautiful display of synchronized movements and vibrant costumes.
- At the cultural festival, the performers captivated the audience with a traditional fan dance.
C1Performing Arts
(burlesque, erotic)A performance, often in burlesque, where a dancer uses large fans to strategically conceal and reveal parts of their body.
Example
- The burlesque show featured a fan dance that left the audience mesmerized.
- She practiced her fan dance routine meticulously to ensure perfect timing and allure.
C2Idiomatic
(figurative)The gradual disclosure of intriguing bits of information, similar to how a fan dance reveals and conceals the performer's body.
Example
- The politician's speech was a fan dance of promises and half-revealed plans.
- In her interview, she performed a fan dance with her answers, never fully revealing the truth.
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