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jitterbug

/ˈd͡ʒɪtə(ɹ)bʌɡ/

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noun

A one-stringed instrument (monochord) that consists of a wire string attached to something solid like the side of a house, and played with a piece of metal or glass, originating in the African American traditional music of Mississippi in the United States.

Examples :

"During the Mississippi Delta Blues workshop, the instructor showed us how to build a simple jitterbug using wire and the side of the barn, explaining its roots in African American musical tradition. "

music culture tradition

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noun

A nervous or jittery person.

Examples :

"The jitterbug in the corner couldn't focus on his homework because he was so anxious about the upcoming test. "

character person mind

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noun

A jazz musician or aficionado.

Examples :

"My grandfather, a dedicated jitterbug, has a vast collection of old jazz records. "

music person entertainment

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noun

An uptempo jazz or swing dance which embellishes on the two-step pattern and frequently incorporates acrobatic style swing steps.

Examples :

"At the dance competition, the couple's energetic jitterbug, filled with flips and fast footwork, impressed the judges. "

music dance entertainment style culture

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verb

To dance the jitterbug.

Examples :

"At the dance, my grandfather surprised everyone when he started to jitterbug with my sister. "

dance entertainment music style culture