modern dance

/ˌˈmɑdərn ˌdæns/
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Definitions of modern dance
  1. noun
    a style of theatrical dancing that is not as restricted as classical ballet; movements are expressive of feelings
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    types:
    interpretative dance, interpretative dancing, interpretive dance, interpretive dancing
    a form of modern dance in which the dancer's movements depict an emotion or tell a story
    type of:
    choreography, stage dancing
    a show involving artistic dancing
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