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\kō-ˈtil-yən, kə-, kȯ-tē-(y)ōⁿ\Definition of cotillion
1 : a ballroom dance for couples that resembles the quadrille
2 : an elaborate dance with frequent changing of partners carried out under the leadership of one couple at formal balls
3 : a formal ball
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young men hoping to meet the women of their dreams at the cotillion
Origin and Etymology of cotillion
French cotillon, literally, petticoat, from Old French, from cote coat
First Known Use: 1728
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: a large formal party for dancing
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