hoofer

[ˈhuːfər]

hoofer Definition

a dancer, especially a tap dancer.

Using hoofer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hoofer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Fred Astaire was one of the greatest hoofers of all time.

  • Example

    She started her career as a hoofer in Broadway shows.

  • Example

    The dance troupe is looking for talented hoofers to join their team.

hoofer Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hoofer

Phrases with hoofer

  • a performer who sings and dances in musical productions

    Example

    He was a song and dance hoofer who starred in many Broadway shows.

  • hoof it

    to walk or dance

    Example

    We decided to hoof it to the party instead of taking a taxi.

  • the act of dancing, especially tap dancing

    Example

    He spent hours practicing his hoofing skills for the upcoming performance.

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Summary: hoofer in Brief

The term 'hoofer' [ˈhuːfər] refers to a dancer, especially a tap dancer. It is often used to describe performers in musical productions, exemplified by 'Fred Astaire was one of the greatest hoofers of all time.' 'Hoofer' extends into phrases like 'song and dance hoofer,' and 'hoof it,' denoting walking or dancing, and 'hoofing,' referring to the act of dancing, especially tap dancing.