morris

noun

mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs 

ˈmär-

: a vigorous English dance traditionally performed by men wearing costumes and bells

Word History

Etymology

Middle English moreys daunce, from moreys Moorish (from More Moor) + daunce dance

First Known Use

1503, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing morris

• morris chair

Kids Definition

morris

noun

mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs 

ˈmär-

: a vigorous English dance traditionally performed by men wearing costumes and bells

Etymology

Middle English moreys "Moorish"

Biographical Definition

Morris 1 of 4

biographical name (1)

Mor·​ris ˈmȯr-əs 

ˈmär-

Gou*ver*neur ˌgə-vər-ˈnir 

ˌgə-və-

1752–1816 American statesman and diplomat

Morris

2 of 4

biographical name (2)

Mark 1956–     American choreographer

Morris

3 of 4

biographical name (3)

Robert 1734–1806 American financier and statesman

Morris

4 of 4

biographical name (4)

William 1834–1896 English poet, artist, and socialist