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noun
1A dance performed in clogs with rhythmic beating of the feet, especially as a traditional dance in Ireland, Scotland, and the North of England.
- ‘When making this one I tried to incorporate elements that I hadn't used before, such as the northern element of the dances: the clog dance tunes, and of course the brass.’
- ‘They are also invited to join a clog dance or take some time to paint the clogs at a workshop.’
- ‘Although very ragged, and very under rehearsed, the audience took them to their hearts, especially during the clog dance.’
- ‘This Brazilian team, however, has about as much relevance to the samba as a clog dance.’
- 1.1A North American country tap dance performed in clogs with rhythmic beating of the feet.
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