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Dancer

UK /["/ˈdɑːnsə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈdænsər/"]/

Definition

a person who dances or whose job is dancing

In simple words: A person who dances, especially as a job.

Examples

She's a fantastic dancer.
a **ballet dancer**
He's a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet.
She's a very good flamenco dancer.
The dancers moved gracefully to the music.
classical / modern dancers
dancers performing in the street

Usage notes

Use 'dancer' to describe someone who performs dance, either professionally or as a hobby. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings, but not typically used in negative contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a person twirling and swirling—dancing with flair, and that's a dancer!

Collocations

brilliant
excellent
fine
perform (something)
move

Synonyms

performer
ballerina
choreographer
tapper
breakdancer

Antonyms

non-dancer
listener

Common mistakes

Confusing with 'dance' as a verb.
Using 'dancer' incorrectly in plural forms (e.g., 'dancers' refers to multiple).
Assuming it's only for professional dancers, while it can also refer to amateurs.