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nauch

nauch

9.9
A traditional Indian dance performed by skilled women to entertain guests at royal courts and gatherings
  • noun
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  • The royal guests were entertained with a nauch performed by skilled dancers.

Examples

  • The nauch captivated the audience at the royal court.

  • She performs a beautiful nauch every year.

  • In the 19th century, a nauch was often a highlight of festive celebrations in northern India.

  • She studied the history of nauch as part of her research on Indian classical arts.

  • The royal guests were entertained with a nauch performed by skilled dancers.

  • In the 19th century, a nauch was often a highlight of festive celebrations in northern India.

  • A stunning nauch performance showcased the dancers' intricate skills.

Synonyms

1 2.8

A dance from a community that people learn from their grandparents

is more specific focusing on an Indian court entertainment by professionals
nautch
vsnauch
  • Archaic
1 9.9

A traditional Indian dance performed by professional women to entertain people

is the same dance but not tied to a specific historical period
nautch dance
vsnauch
  • Archaic
9.9

A traditional Indian dance performed by trained women dancers at festivals and social events

is similar but emphasizes performance in courts or formal gatherings

How Elaborate

drama
239 1.8
nauch
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9.9
folk dance
1 2.7

Surface Forms

nauch singular
nauchs plural

Etymology

Nauch comes from the Hindi and Urdu word naach, which means 'dance'. So a nauch is a traditional Indian dance often performed by professional female dancers to entertain guests.