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adance

|a-dance|

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/əˈdæns/

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/əˈdɑːns/

in a state of dancing

Etymology
Etymology Information

'adance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'adans,' where 'a-' meant 'in' and 'dance' meant 'to move rhythmically.'

Historical Evolution

'adans' transformed into the modern English word 'adance' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'in a state of dancing,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

in a state of dancing or moving rhythmically.

The leaves were adance in the wind.

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Last updated: 2025/05/03 04:53