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quickstep

noun · verb · 6 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A fast foxtrot noted for its complex and intricate footwork.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To dance the quickstep.

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To move with a hurried step.

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4

noun

Meaning 4

a ballroom dance with both quick and slow steps

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: ballroom dancing, ballroom dance

5

noun

Meaning 5

military march accompanying quick time

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Broader terms: military march, military music, martial music

6

verb

Meaning 6

perform a quickstep

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Broader terms: dance, trip the light fantastic, trip the light fantastic toe

History

Etymology

From quick + step.