breakdance

/ˈbɹeɪk.dæns/

UK: /ˈbɹeɪk.dɑːns/

BɹEꞮK · dæns (2 syllables)

English Noun

Definition

The art, or an instance, of breakdancing.

Etymology

From break + dance, in reference to the instrumental break sections of music.

Example Sentences

"B-boys -- or breakdance boys -- have been spotted in Coca-Cola and Sprite advertisements."