Flamenco (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural fla·men·cos.
  1. a style of dancing, characteristic of the Andalusian Roma, that is strongly rhythmic and involves vigorous actions, as clapping the hands and stamping the feet.
  2. a style of instrumental or vocal music originating in southern Spain and typically of an intensely rhythmic, improvisatory character, performed by itself or as an accompaniment to flamenco dancing.
adjective
  1. of or like the music and dances of the Andalusian Roma: flamenco rhythms.
noun plural -cos
  1. a type of dance music for vocal soloist and guitar, characterized by elaborate melody and sad mood
  2. the dance performed to such music
Flamenco (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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