noun
- A lively dance popular during the French Revolution, typically performed in a circle or line.
- The music or song accompanying this dance.
- A short jacket or coat worn during the French Revolution, often with a tricolor design.
Usage: historical; often capitalized when referring to the specific Revolutionary dance
Usage: historical
Usage: historical; archaic
Examples
- The revolutionaries performed the carmagnole in the streets to celebrate their cause.
- Musicians played the carmagnole at the festival, and crowds danced enthusiastically.
- Historical records describe the carmagnole as a symbol of revolutionary fervor.
- The melody of the carmagnole became one of the most recognizable tunes of the era.
- Soldiers wore the carmagnole jacket as part of their informal uniform.