I. ˈwȯl(t)s noun
Etymology: German Walzer, from walzen to roll, dance, from Old High German walzan to turn, roll — more at welter
Date: 1781
1. : a ballroom dance in 3/4 time with strong accent on the first beat and a basic pattern of step-step-close
2. : music for a waltz or a concert composition in 3/4 time
II. verb
Date: circa 1794
intransitive verb
1. : to dance a waltz
2. : to move or advance in a lively or conspicuous manner : flounce
3.
a. : to advance easily and successfully : breeze — often used with through
b. : to approach boldly — used with up
can't just waltz up and introduce ourselves
transitive verb
1. : to dance a waltz with
2. : to grab and lead (as a person) unceremoniously : march
• waltz·er noun