sashay

• Nom désignant une figure de quadrille où les partenaires se croisent par des pas de côté, ou un pas glissé en ballet où une jambe mène toujours, ou encore une promenade agréable.

A noun referring to a dance figure in square dancing where partners circle each other with sideways steps, or a gliding step in ballet where one foot always leads, or a pleasurable journey.

1. Square dance figureC1formalamerican

   A movement in square dancing where partners circle each other using sideways steps.

   Sashay (danse carrée)

   • The caller instructed the dancers to sashay around their partner.
   • They performed a perfect sashay during the square dance competition.
   • Learning the sashay step is essential for beginners in square dancing.

2. Ballet stepC1formalart

   A gliding step in ballet where one foot always leads, creating a smooth, flowing movement.

   Pas de bourrée couru (glissade)

   • The ballerina executed a graceful sashay across the stage.
   • He practiced the sashay repeatedly to perfect his technique.
   • The choreography included a series of sashays and pirouettes.

3. Leisurely journeyB2informal

   A trip or excursion taken for enjoyment or pleasure.

   Promenade tranquille

   • They took a leisurely sashay through the countryside.
   • Her weekend sashay to the beach was exactly what she needed.
   • We planned a short sashay to explore the old town.

   Synonymesexcursionjauntoutingramblesaunterstrolltourtrip

• Verbe signifiant marcher ou se déplacer d'une manière décontractée, assurée ou ostentatoire, souvent avec des mouvements glissants ou chaloupés.

A verb meaning to walk or move in a casual, confident, or showy manner, often with a gliding or swaying motion.

1. Move sidewaysB2informalamerican

   To move in a gliding, sideways manner, often with a casual or confident air.

   Se déplacer latéralement en glissant

   • She sashayed through the crowded room to get a better view.
   • The dancer sashayed across the stage with effortless grace.
   • He sashayed sideways to avoid the puddle on the sidewalk.

   Synonymesglidesidleslidesweepswish

2. Walk with a lofty proud gaitB2informalamerican

   To walk in a confident, proud, and often flamboyant manner, usually to attract attention or impress others.

   marcher avec allure et fierté

   • She sashayed into the party as if she owned the place.
   • He sashayed down the street in his new suit, turning heads.
   • The model sashayed down the runway with a confident smile.

   Synonymesflounceparadeprancestrutswagger

   Antonymescowercreepshrinkskulkslink

3. Perform a chassé step in balletC1formalart

   To execute a chassé, a ballet step where one foot chases the other, often used in dance sequences.

   Exécuter un pas de chassé en ballet

   • The ballerina sashayed gracefully across the stage during the performance.
   • In the routine, the dancers sashayed in unison to the music.
   • He practiced the sashay step repeatedly to perfect his technique.