"allemande left" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: allemande lefts [plural]
Etymology: French allemande (“German”) + English left. Contrary to some folk etymologies, this term does not come from the phrase "A la main" (by the hand). Etymology templates: {{uder|en|fr|allemande||German}} French allemande (“German”) Head templates: {{en-noun}} allemande left (plural allemande lefts)
  1. (square dance) Move in which two facing dancers take left hands or forearms, turn halfway around to the left, let go, and step forward. Related terms: square dance

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