Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • adjective Suitable for dancing.

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  • adjective of music Suitable for dancing.

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  • adjective suitable for dancing

Etymologies

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dance +‎ -able

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Examples

  • But it's been more than four years since 2005's Supernature, the last Goldfrapp LP that could accurately be described as danceable

    Pitchfork: Latest News 2009

  • Arty Hill and the Long Gone Daddys 'music is described as danceable, traditional country.

    The Herald-Mail Online 2009

  • McLean seems to be lamenting the lack of "danceable" music in rock and roll and (in part) attributing that lack to the absence of Buddy Holly et al. (Verse 1)

    American Pie - Program Notes 1965

  • It's anyone's guess as to whether I'll attend, but you'd better believe I'm taking my turn at the controls if I do, all requests for "danceable" music aside.

    Startling Moniker 2010

  • Plus, he has shown more than one side of his singing abilities and he has done them all well, such as danceable (My Perogative), vulnerable (Always on My Mind), and soulful (Ooo Baby Baby).

    Entertainment Weekly's PopWatch 2009

  • But the electronic music mastermind who expertly mixes experimental ideas with danceable beats is coming back to town, and this time he gets to play at a club that will best showcase his array of sounds.

    Nightlife Agenda: Eden's new Green Room and Karaoke Championships Fritz Hahn 2011

  • The irresistibly danceable blues-zydeco fusion music pioneered by the late accordionist Alton Rubin Sr. (aka Rockin 'Dopsie) continues to evolve in the nimble fingers of a second generation.

    In New Orleans, jazz fans get their groove on despite rain 2010

  • Portico Quartet found the young audience that put them on the 2008 Mercury prize shortlist through the unique sound they invented as buskers – hooky and danceable systems music coloured by the melodic chime of the tuned hang drum, with jazzy textures furnished by a double-bass and a sax.

    Portico Quartet: Portico Quartet – review 2012

  • Driven by a huge percussion section, with weird and wayward textures, vividly descriptive melodies and a shimmer of emotion, this is music that is not only sophisticated, but also danceable.

    Alice's Adventures in Wonderland – review 2011

  • The music presented on “Fist of God” is almost always interesting and extremely danceable but many times is held back by the guest singer.

    Flixnjoystix.com! » FlixnJoystix Presents: Metaldy’s Music Mondays! Reviewing Three Of The Latest Releases For Audiophiles! 2009

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