morris

n. a traditional English folk dance performed by groups of people wearing bells on their legs and carrying sticks or scarves.

n. a form of English folk dance based on rhythmic stepping and the execution of choreographed figures by a group of dancers.

“We watched the dancers perform a traditional morris in the village square.”

“The local troupe performed a spirited morris during the May Day celebrations, their bells jingling in perfect synchrony with the accordion player.”

British English

v. to perform a traditional English morris dance.

v. to engage in the performance of morris dancing.

“He spent his weekends morrising at various festivals across the country.”

“Having morrised for over twenty years, the veteran dancer was well-versed in the specific regional variations of the Cotswold style.”

British English · Informal

n. a famous brand of British cars that were popular in the 20th century.

n. a former British motor car manufacturer, active for much of the 20th century and known for iconic models like the Minor.

“My grandfather still drives his vintage Morris to car shows every summer.”

“The collector specialized in pre-war British vehicles, proudly displaying a perfectly restored Morris Oxford in his private gallery.”

British English