Jitterbugged: meaning, definitions and examples

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jitterbugged

 

[ หˆสคษชtษ™rหŒbสŒษกd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

dance style

Jitterbugged refers to the past tense of jitterbug, which is a lively dance performed in the swing style. This dance became popular in the United States during the late 1930s and early 1940s, particularly during the swing era. The jitterbug involves a combination of fast-paced swing steps, lifts, and dramatic turns, often set to big band music. People who jitterbugged typically showcased their energetic and joyful movements, capturing the spirit of the time.

Synonyms

boogied, danced, shimmied, swung.

Examples of usage

  • They jitterbugged all night at the dance hall.
  • The couple jitterbugged flawlessly to the swing band.
  • He jitterbugged his way across the floor, impressing everyone.
  • The dancers jitterbugged during the competition.

Translations

Translations of the word "jitterbugged" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคฟเคŸเคฐเคฌเค—ged

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะถั–ั‚ั‚ะตั€ะฑะฐะณะณะตะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒƒใ‚ฟใƒผใƒใ‚ฐged

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํ„ฐ๋ฒ…ged

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูŠุชูŠุฑุจุงุฌุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ–ๅŠจ่™ซged

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jitterbugged

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jitterbugged

Etymology

The term 'jitterbug' originated in the 1930s in the United States and was associated with a specific style of swing dance that gained immense popularity during that era. The word itself may have derived from the slang term 'jitter,' which means to shake or tremble, possibly in reference to the energetic dances performed. Jitterbug dancing was characterized by lively movements and improvisation, often accompanied by upbeat jazz music. Over time, the jitterbug evolved into a variety of swing dancing styles, becoming a cultural symbol of American music and dance. The dance's association with the Big Band era and youthful exuberance captured the essence of a generation, making it a lasting element in the history of dance and entertainment.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,195, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.