Definitions for: Polka


[n] a Bohemian dance with 3 steps and a hop in fast time
[n] music performed for dancing the polka



Webster (1913) Definition: Pol"ka, n. [Pol. Polka a Polish woman: cf. F. & G.
polka.]
1. A dance of Polish origin, but now common everywhere. It is
performed by two persons in common time.

2. (Mus.) A lively Bohemian or Polish dance tune in 2-4
measure, with the third quaver accented.

Polka jacket, a kind of knit jacket worn by women.

See Also: ballroom music, dance music, danceroom music, folk dance, folk dancing

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