noun
pl. -·koot′chies a kind of erotic performance somewhat like the belly dance, as formerly performed at carnivals, etc.
also sp. hoot′chie-koot′chie
Origin of hootchy-kootchy
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hootch·y-kootch·y
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The definition of hootchy-kootchy is a kind of sensual dance similar to a belly dance.
An erotic dance performed at a carnival is an example of hootchy-kootchy.
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pl. hootch·y-kootch·iesA sensual, usually exaggerated form of belly dance, typically performed in a carnival sideshow or a burlesque theater.
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(plural hootchy-kootchies)
- (US) A kind of erotic dance similar to a belly dance, formerly performed at carnivals.
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