prancer

prance

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Definitions of prancer word

verb without object prancer to spring from the hind legs; to move by springing, as a horse. 1
verb without object prancer to ride on a horse doing this. 1
verb without object prancer to ride gaily, proudly, or insolently. 1
verb without object prancer to move or go in an elated manner; cavort. 1
verb without object prancer to dance or move in a lively or spirited manner; caper. 1
verb with object prancer to cause to prance. 1

before 1325

One of the 16% oldest English words

1325-75; Middle English prauncen, praunsen (v.); akin to Danish (dial.) pransk spirited, said of a horse

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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