cotillion
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cotillion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A formal social dance, historically French, often performed by young debutantes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Etymology
From French cotillon, literally "petticoat" — named after the dance's habit of revealing the petticoat as dancers moved.
Full origin of cotillion →Frequently asked questions
What does “cotillion” mean?
The word “cotillion” means a formal social dance, historically French, often performed by young debutantes. In plain terms, a formal ballroom dance, often associated with debutante events.
How do you pronounce “cotillion”?
“Cotillion” is pronounced koh-tihl-YO (/koʊtɪlˈjɑ̃/ in IPA).
How do you use “cotillion” in a sentence?
Here is “cotillion” used in a sentence: “She wore a white gown for her cotillion, marking her formal entry into society.”
What part of speech is “cotillion”?
“Cotillion” is a noun.
Where does the word “cotillion” come from?
The word “cotillion” comes from French. From French cotillon, literally "petticoat" — named after the dance's habit of revealing the petticoat as dancers moved.