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Dance glossary of ballroom and Latin dances and dance termsIn this dance glossary you will find definitions for dances and dance terms used on this site and in the ballroom dance community. Terms are sorted alphabetically, making this a handy reference for beginning and advanced dancers alike. Common Abbreviations are listed in their own section.
DDanceSport - The official name given to the sport of competitive ballroom dancing. Relates to the more athletic form of ballroom dancing as recognized by the Olympic Committee. dancer’s compass – a diagram that shows floor movement directions, such as “forward line if dance,” “diagonal wall, “diagonal center,” etc.
dig - To touch the ball or heel of the free foot to the floor with a strong emphasis.
drop - A theatrical type of movement in which the follower's body weight is partially or completely |