hoofer

noun

Etymology

From hoof (“dance”, verb) + -er.

  1. inherited from *ḱoph₂ós
  2. inherited from *hōfaz
  3. inherited from hōf
  4. inherited from hof,houf,houve,hove
  5. suffixed as hoofer — “hoof + er

Definitions

  1. A professional dancer, particularly one who has paid his or her dues.

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