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co·til·lion (kō til′yən)

noun

    1. a brisk, lively dance characterized by many intricate figures and the continual changing of partners
    2. music for such a dance
  2. a formal ball, esp. one at which debutantes are presented

Etymology: Fr cotillon, orig., petticoat < OFr cote: see coat

Also sp. cotillon co·til′·lon

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