pas de deux


pas de deux

noun \-ˈdə(r), -ˈdü\
plural pas de deux\-ˈdər(z), -ˈdə(z), -ˈdü(z)\

Definition of PAS DE DEUX

1
: a dance or figure for two performers
2
: an intricate relationship or activity involving two parties or things

Origin of PAS DE DEUX

French, literally, step for two
First Known Use: circa 1762

Other Dance Terms

attitude, honor, saltatory, sashay, taw

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