MINUET

n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A slow graceful dance consisting of a coupee, a high step, and a balance.

2.
n.

A tune or air to regulate the movements of the dance so called; a movement in suites, sonatas, symphonies, etc., having the dance form, and commonly in 3-4, sometimes 3-8, measure.


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