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Sashaying: meaning, definitions and examples

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sashaying

 

[ sæˈʃeɪ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

movement style

To sashay is to walk in a way that is meant to attract attention or show off. It often implies a confident or flamboyant manner of movement, typically characterized by a swaying or exaggerated motion. The term can also denote a carefree or casual way of moving that suggests a sense of self-assuredness.

Synonyms

flounce, prance, strut, swank

Examples of usage

  • She sashayed across the stage with confidence.
  • He loved to sashay down the street, turning heads.
  • The dancer sashayed gracefully, captivating the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "sashaying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desfilando

🇮🇳 चाल चलना

🇩🇪 schlendern

🇮🇩 berjalan anggun

🇺🇦 прохолоджуючись

🇵🇱 kroczyć z wdziękiem

🇯🇵 優雅に歩く

🇫🇷 se pavaner

🇪🇸 caminar con gracia

🇹🇷 zarif yürümek

🇰🇷 우아하게 걷다

🇸🇦 المشي بأناقة

🇨🇿 kráčet s elegancí

🇸🇰 kráčať s eleganciou

🇨🇳 优雅地走

🇸🇮 hoditi se z eleganco

🇮🇸 ganga með grace

🇰🇿 сәнді жүру

🇬🇪 მოწონება

🇦🇿 zərif yürümək

🇲🇽 caminar con gracia

Etymology

The term 'sashay' has its roots in American English, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the mid-19th century. It is believed to derive from the French word 'chassé,' which means 'to chase' or 'to move quickly,' and was originally used in the context of dance. Over time, the word evolved to encompass a more flamboyant style of walking or moving, often associated with theatricality and a sense of showmanship. Sashay became particularly popular in the context of drag culture and performance art, where it denotes a confident and attention-grabbing manner of movement. Its playful connotation and connection to self-expression continue to resonate in contemporary language, especially in relation to fashion and personal style.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,933, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.