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ballare — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • dance verb To move the body in a rhythmic way, usually in time with music.
  • shake verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.

Senses

ballare is used for these senses in English:

  • dance (intransitive) To move with rhythmic steps or movements, especially in time to music.
  • shake (transitive) To give a tremulous tone to; to trill.

dance — full definition

  1. verb To move the body in a rhythmic way, usually in time with music.
  2. verb To move lightly and quickly, in a way that resembles dancing.
  3. noun A form of movement performed to music, or an event where people dance together.

shake — full definition

  1. verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.
  2. verb To move one's head from side to side, usually to say no or express disbelief.
  3. verb To upset or emotionally disturb someone.
  4. verb To get rid of or escape from someone or something.
  5. noun A thick drink made by blending ice cream (or milk) with flavoring.

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