Definition of jitterbug
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : a jazz variation of the two-step in which couples swing, balance, and twirl in standardized patterns and often with vigorous acrobatics
2 : one who dances the jitterbug
jitterbug
verbjitterbugged; jitterbugging; jitterbugs
Definition of jitterbug (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : to dance the jitterbug
2 : to move around or back and forth with quick often jerky movements especially to confuse or disconcert an opponent in sports
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The first known use of jitterbug was in 1938
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