Hora
(noun)
- A type of circle dance originating in the Balkans and Eastern Europe, typically performed at weddings and other celebrations.
- A similar type of dance performed in Israel.
Origin:
From romanian horă, from middle low german hoere, from old high german huora, from proto-germanic *hurō.
Examples:
- The guests joined hands to form a large circle and danced the hora.
- The hora was a lively dance, with people jumping and spinning in a circle.
- The bride and groom were lifted up in chairs as they led the hora.
- The hora was accompanied by fast-paced music and energetic singing.
- The hora was a traditional part of the wedding celebration in the couple's cultural heritage.