Tango /(tăṉ"gō; Sp. täṉ"gō)/

Tan·go

Tango

n.

pl. Tangos ((-gōz))

  1. A difficult dance in two-four time characterized by graceful posturing, frequent pointing positions, and a great variety of steps, including the cross step and turning steps. The dance is of Spanish origin, and is believed to have been in its original form a part of the fandango.