rumba
noun/ˈrʌmbə/
Frequency rank: #18,274 most common English word
Meaning
A lively Cuban dance with a strong rhythmic beat, or the music for such a dance.
Example sentence
The couple impressed the judges by performing rumba with perfect rhythm and style.
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