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Faroe step

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Far·​oe step | \ ˈfa(a)|(ˌ)rō, ˈfe| \

Definition of Faroe step

: a dance step similar to the branle used in sung rounds of the Faroe islands

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History and Etymology for Faroe step

Faroe islands (Faeroes), islands in the north Atlantic comprising a county of Denmark

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“Faroe step.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Faroe%20step. Accessed 12 Aug. 2022.

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