bolero

English

noun
Definitions
  • (dance) A lively Spanish dance in 3/4 time; also an unrelated slower-tempo dance of Cuban origin, in 2/4 time.
  • (fashion) A type of short, buttonless jacket or blouse, open or tied in front and ending at the diaphragm.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish, Castilian bolero.

Origin

Spanish

bolero

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