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fandango

Pronunciation: /ˌfænˈdæŋ.ɡəʊ̯/

The English word “fandango” has 9 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A form of lively flamenco music and dance that has many regional variations (e.g. fandango de Huelva), some of which have their own names (e.g. malagueña, granadina).
  2. A gathering for dancing; a ball.
  3. An unknown entity or contraption.
  4. A confusion; a chaotic collection.
  5. An extravaganza; an instance of lavish and fantastical events or behavior.
  6. A shade of red-violet.
  7. Vagina.

verb

  1. To dance the fandango.
  2. To dance, particularly with a lot of energy.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish fandango, of uncertain origin. Possibly related to Portuguese fado, or of West African origin.

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