Beguine (noun)

1. A woman living in a lay religious community in the Low Countries, characterized by simplicity and poverty.
2. A style of music and dance originating in the Caribbean, especially in the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba.

Origin:

From french béguine, meaning a woman living in a lay religious community in the low countries, characterized by simplicity and poverty.

Examples:

1. The beguines lived in small communities and devoted themselves to prayer and charitable works.
2. The beguine movement began in the 13th century and lasted until the French Revolution.
3. The beguines were known for their simplicity, poverty, and devotion to God.
4. The beguine is a lively and upbeat dance that is popular in the Caribbean.
5. The beguine music is characterized by its African-Caribbean rhythms and European melodies.