quickstep — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A fast foxtrot noted for its complex and intricate footwork.

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   Miss Esler and Mr. McMorrow went to Kalgoorlie to adjudicate at the goldfields waltz and quickstep championships, and found the standard of dancing surprisingly high.

Verb

1. To dance the quickstep.

2. To move with a hurried step.

   Examples

   "Nice to see you, too, Vidar" , Kate said, and she and Mutt quickstepped inside.

Noun

1. military march accompanying quick time

   Broader terms

   military marchmilitary musicmartial music

2. a ballroom dance with both quick and slow steps

   Broader terms

   ballroom dancingballroom dance

Verb

1. perform a quickstep

   Broader terms

   dancetrip the light fantastictrip the light fantastic toe