Prancing: meaning, definitions and examples
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prancing
[ หprรฆnsษชล ]
movement, agility
Prancing refers to a lively, springing movement, often characterized by leaping or dancing. It is commonly associated with horses that move gracefully and energetically. The term can also describe the way a person walks or moves with a sense of joy or excitement. Prancing can indicate an air of confidence or a carefree attitude, often drawing attention due to its vivacity.
Synonyms
dancing, frolicking, leaping, springing
Examples of usage
- The horse was prancing around the field.
- She pranced with delight upon hearing the news.
- The kids were prancing happily in the park.
Translations
Translations of the word "prancing" in other languages:
๐ต๐น saltitando
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคฒเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช hรผpfend
๐ฎ๐ฉ melompat
๐บ๐ฆ ัะบะฐะบะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ skaczฤ c
๐ฏ๐ต ่ทณใญใ
๐ซ๐ท sautillant
๐ช๐ธ saltando
๐น๐ท zฤฑplayarak
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐ์ด๋ค๋๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููุฒ
๐จ๐ฟ skรกkat
๐ธ๐ฐ skรกkaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ่ทณ่ท
๐ธ๐ฎ skakajoฤ
๐ฎ๐ธ fara รญ kring
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะบัััะฟ ะถาฏัั
๐ฌ๐ช แฎแขแฃแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tullanmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ saltando
Etymology
The word 'prance' originates from the early 16th century, derived from the Middle English word 'prancen', which itself comes from the Old French 'prancer', meaning 'to leap or skip'. The etymology can be traced further back to a Germanic origin, with connections to the term 'frank', implying movement or action. Over time, the term evolved to embody a more playful or lively movement, commonly associated with animals, especially horses, but also extending to human actions. In literature and everyday language, 'prancing' evokes imagery of joyous, carefree movement, highlighting a sense of freedom and delight.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,059, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 27058 unseasonable
- 27059 prancing
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- 27061 instigator
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