branle

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Etymology

From French branler; see further at brawl, etymology 2.

Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˈbɹɑːl/, /ˈbɹɔːl/, /ˈbɹæn(ə)l/
• (America) IPA: /ˈbɹɑl/, /ˈbɹæn(ə)l/

Noun

branle (plural branles)

1. A dance of French origin dating from the 16th century, performed by couples in a circle or a line; the music for this dance.

   Synonyms: brangle, bransle, brantle

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