cotillion

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Paul, her brother, was there--and you never thought a word about your promise to me" (this came with a little pout, her chin uplifted, her lips quite near his face), "and we didn't have half men enough and our cotillion was all spoiled.

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  1. noun A formal ball, especially one at which young women are presented to society.
  2. noun A lively dance, originating in France in the 18th century, having varied, intricate patterns and steps.
  3. noun A quadrille.
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  • Then they would move on, train in dressage or jumping, or lose interest in riding and study etiquette or gymnastics, prepare for the cotillion, the grand tour, the next season's coming-out event. —  EBSCOhost
  • For six weeks before St. Patrick's day, a small group of residents put their best powers of invention and construction into preparation for a cotillion which is like a pageant in its gayety and vigor. —  20 Years At Hull House
  • We're guessing that the slight cringe of embarrassment he's going to feel when picking up his date for the cotillion will be outweighed by the safety and security he feels knowing that he can always play —  Original Signal - Transmitting Gadgets
  • Sis 'cotillion was alot like the above … just add more filipinos, add line dancing and subtract the attacking ghosts with a sword in a ball gown and heels … cotillion, sis and her cotillion court did at least one dress rehearsal in the ballroom before the actual party. —  AnimeBlogger.net Antenna
  • The above situation involving my sisters 'cotillion is an example of a contagious applause. —  AnimeBlogger.net Antenna
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  1. French cotillon, from Old French, petticoat, diminutive of cote, coat; see coat.

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  1. Also, as F., cotillon (English -lli- representing the (former) sound of F. -ll-), a sort of dance, literally a petticoat, diminutive of Old French cote, French cotte, a coat: see coat.
 

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