First Known Use: 14th century
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1prance
verb \ˈpran(t)s\
: to walk or move in a lively and proud way
of a horse : to move by taking high steps : to lift each hoof up high when moving
prancedpranc·ing
Full Definition of PRANCE
intransitive verb
1
: to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing
2
: to ride on a prancing horse
3
: to walk or move in a spirited manner : strut; also : to dance about
transitive verb
: to cause (a horse) to prance
— pranc·er \ˈpran(t)-sər\ noun
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Origin of PRANCE
Middle English prauncen
2prance
noun
Definition of PRANCE
: an act or instance of prancing; specifically : a prancing movement
First Known Use of PRANCE
1751
PRANCE Defined for Kids
prance
verb \ˈprans\
prancedpranc·ing
Definition of PRANCE for Kids
1
: to move by taking high steps <horses prancing>
2
: to walk or move in a lively and proud way <She pranced around in her new dress.>
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