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hucklebuck.

A rhythmic dance from the time just prior to rock and roll.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈhʌkl.bʌk/US
  1. A rhythmic dance from the time just prior to rock and roll.

  2. A treat consisting of frozen Kool-Aid served in a dixie cup.

  3. A hillbilly or otherwise culturally backwards person.

    derogatory · slang
Where this word comes from

The dance is perhaps from huckle (“hip”) + buck.

verb/ˈhʌkl.bʌk/US
  1. To dance the hucklebuck.

  2. To move quickly, with quick movements and, often, going in circles.

Where this word comes from

The dance is perhaps from huckle (“hip”) + buck.

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