Meaning Of The Word Merengue

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merengue in American English
a fast ballroom dance in 2/4 rhythm, that originated in the Dominican Republic in the 19th cent.: the dancers keep one leg stiff
intransitive verb: to dance the merengue
noun: a ballroom dance of Dominican and Haitian origin, characterized by a stiff-legged, limping step

merengue in British English
noun: a type of lively dance music originating in the Dominican Republic, which combines African and Spanish elements

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