Dancing-master (Noun)
Meaning
A professional teacher of dancing.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The dancing-master arrived promptly at 3 o'clock to begin the afternoon's lessons.
- As a renowned dancing-master, Monsieur LaFleur was in high demand among the aristocracy.
- Her mother had hired a dancing-master to teach her the waltz and the quadrille.
- The young dancing-master was known for his patience and ability to teach even the most awkward pupils.
- In the 18th century, a dancing-master was a staple at any respectable ball or social gathering.