Jitterbugger: meaning, definitions and examples
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jitterbugger
[ หdสษชtษrหbสษกษr ]
dance style
The jitterbugger is a dancer, particularly associated with the jitterbug dance style popular during the swing era. This energetic, partner dance blends elements of lindy hop and other swing styles, characterized by lively movements and intricate footwork. Jitterbuggers are known for their upbeat performances, often seen in dance halls and social gatherings.
Synonyms
lindy hopper, partner dancer, swing dancer
Examples of usage
- She became the best jitterbugger in her dance group.
- At the swing dance competition, the jitterbuggers stole the show.
- He impressed everyone with his skills as a jitterbugger.
Translations
Translations of the word "jitterbugger" in other languages:
๐ต๐น jitterbugger
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคเคฐเคฌเคเฅเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Jitterbugger
๐ฎ๐ฉ jitterbugger
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะถััะตัะฑะฐะณะณะตั
๐ต๐ฑ jitterbugger
๐ฏ๐ต ใธใใฟใผใใฌใผ
๐ซ๐ท jitterbugger
๐ช๐ธ jitterbugger
๐น๐ท jitterbugger
๐ฐ๐ท ์งํฐ๋ฒ๊ฑฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌูุชุฑ ุจุงุฌุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ jitterbugger
๐ธ๐ฐ jitterbugger
๐จ๐ณ ๅ็นๅทดๆ ผ
๐ธ๐ฎ jitterbugger
๐ฎ๐ธ jitterbugger
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะธััะตัะฑะฐะณะณะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แฏแแขแแ แแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ jitterbugger
๐ฒ๐ฝ jitterbugger
Etymology
The term 'jitterbug' originated in the 1930s in the United States, particularly within the African American communities. It is believed to derive from the term 'jitter', which was slang for being nervous or twitchy, possibly referring to the lively and spontaneous nature of the dance. The association with 'bug' suggests a sense of excitement and energy. As the swing era progressed, jitterbugging evolved into a popular social dance, celebrated for its agility and flair, influencing other dance styles and becoming a staple in dance halls. Over time, the concept of a 'jitterbugger' emerged, designating those who excelled in this vibrant dance form.