LINDY

lindy, lindy hop

(noun) an energetic American dance that was popular in the 1930s (probably named for the aviator Charles Lindbergh)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

lindy (plural lindys or lindies)

A jitterbug, originated in Harlem, New York.

Etymology

Proper noun

Lindy

A pet form of female given names, such as Linda and Lindsay.

Nickname of Charles Lindbergh.

Noun

Lindy (plural Lindies)

A dance step.

A musical composition suitable for such a dance.

Source: Wiktionary



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