cotillion
noun
- a brisk, lively dance characterized by many intricate figures and the continual changing of partners
- music for such a dance
- a formal ball, esp. one at which debutantes are presented
See cotillion in American Heritage Dictionary 4
also co·til·lon (kō-tĭlˈyən, kə-)
noun- A formal ball, especially one at which young women are presented to society.
a. A lively dance, originating in France in the 18th century, having varied, intricate patterns and steps.
b. A quadrille.
c. Music for these dances.
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