Meaning Of The Word Beguine
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Beguine Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Beguine?
Beguine in American English
a member of certain lay sisterhoods, not under permanent vows, begun in the Low Countries in the 12th cent. a rhythmic native dance of Martinique or its music noun: a dance in bolero rhythm that originated in Martinique noun: a member of a lay sisterhood, founded in Liège in the 12th century beguine in British English noun: a dance of South American origin in bolero rhythm noun: a member of a Christian sisterhood that was founded in Liège in the 12th century, and, though not taking religious vows, followed an austere life |
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