Beguine (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a dance in bolero rhythm that originated in Martinique.
  2. a modern social dance based on the beguine.
  3. music for either of these dances.
noun Roman Catholic Church.
  1. a member of a lay sisterhood, founded in Liège in the 12th century.
noun
  1. a dance of South American origin in bolero rhythm
  2. a piece of music in the rhythm of this dance
  3. a variant of biggin 1
noun
  1. a member of a Christian sisterhood that was founded in Liège in the 12th century, and, though not taking religious vows, followed an austere life
Beguine (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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