Hoofer (noun)

1. A professional dancer, especially one who specializes in tap dancing.
2. A person who performs tap dancing as a profession or hobby.

Origin:

This word is believed to have originated in the united states in the early 20th century, as a slang term for a professional dancer, particularly one who specializes in tap dancing.

Examples:

1. He was a talented hoofer and had won several awards for his tap dancing.
2. She was a hoofer and had performed on Broadway.
3. The hoofer danced to the music with great energy and skill.
4. He was considered one of the best hoofers in the country.
5. The hoofer's performance was so impressive that the audience gave him a standing ovation.