pavane

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Noun pavane has 2 senses

pavane, pavan - music composed for dancing the pavane
--₁ is a kind of dance music, danceroom music, ballroom music
pavane, pavan - a stately court dance of the 16th and 17th centuries
--₂ is a kind of dancing, dance, terpsichore, saltation

Definitions from the Web

Pavane

Noun

Sense 1:

A stately Renaissance dance in duple meter, often performed as a processional

Example Sentence:

The courtiers moved gracefully to the music while performing the pavane.

Sense 2:

A slow, mournful musical piece or composition

Example Sentence:

The pianist played a haunting pavane that touched everyone's heart.

Verb

Sense 1:

To move or walk in a slow and stately manner

Example Sentence:

The bride elegantly pavaned down the aisle towards her groom.

Sense 2:

To lament or express sorrow in a mournful manner

Example Sentence:

The poet's words pavaned through the hearts of the audience, evoking deep emotions.

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