I. ˈpran(t)s, -raa(ə)n-, -rain-, -rȧn- verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Middle English prauncen
intransitive verb
1. of a quadruped : to spring or bound from the hind legs or move by so doing — used especially of a mettlesome horse
2. : to ride or drive a prancing horse : cause one's horse to prance while riding or driving often to attract attention or as an expression of exuberant feelings
3.
a. : to walk or progress with ostentation or parade : swagger
pranced out of the room in a dudgeon
b. : dance , caper
transitive verb
: to cause (a horse) to prance
II. noun
( -s )
: an act or instance of prancing: as
a. : a prancing movement ; especially : a sharp forward raising of alternate knees with well-extended toes in dancing
b. : swagger