English Explanatory Dictionary

baile

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A specific genre of dance music originating in Rio de Janeiro, also known as Funk Carioca
noun
  1. Archaic spelling of bail.

Pronunciation

/ˈbaɪli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-baile.wav /ˈbeɪl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bail.wav

Word forms

baile bailes

Etymology

Borrowed from Brazilian Portuguese baile (“dance”). Compare ball (“dance”).

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