1. a lively Spanish or Spanish-American dance in triple time, typically performed by a couple with castanets
2. the music for this dance
3. a foolish or useless act or thing
Usage: informal

Examples

• The dancers performed a passionate fandango at the cultural festival.
• She learned to play the fandango on her guitar.
• The couple’s fandango captivated the entire audience.
• The orchestra played a beautiful fandango during the second act.
• What’s all this fandango about changing the rules again?
• Stop this whole fandango and get to the point.
• The traditional fandango requires precise footwork and timing.