morris

noun

mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs How to pronounce morris (audio)
ˈmär-
: a vigorous English dance traditionally performed by men wearing costumes and bells

Word History

Etymology

Middle English moreys daunce, from moreys Moorish (from More Moor) + daunce dance

First Known Use

1503, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of morris was in 1503

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morris

noun
mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs How to pronounce morris (audio)
ˈmär-
: a vigorous English dance traditionally performed by men wearing costumes and bells
Etymology

Middle English moreys "Moorish"

Biographical Definition

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Mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs How to pronounce Morris (audio)
ˈmär-
Gou*ver*neur ˌgə-vər-ˈnir How to pronounce Morris (audio)
ˌgə-və-
 1752–1816 American statesman and diplomat

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Mark 1956–     American choreographer

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Robert 1734–1806 American financier and statesman

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William 1834–1896 English poet, artist, and socialist

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