noun
Meaning 1
An outstanding dancer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
Fred Astaire
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noun
Meaning 2
United States dancer and cinema actor noted for his original and graceful tap dancing (1899-1987)
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: Astaire
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: actor, histrion, player, thespian, role player, choreographer, dancer, professional dancer, terpsichorean
History
Etymology
Actor and singer known for his dancing