1. moves with high springy steps, especially in a lively or showy manner
Usage: often used of horses or people imitating horse-like movement
2. walks or moves in a proud, confident, or showy way
Usage: often implies showing off or being ostentatious

Examples

• The horse prances around the ring during the show.
• She prances down the hallway in her new dress.
• The dancer prances across the stage with graceful leaps.
• He prances into the room, clearly pleased with himself.
• The pony prances excitedly when it sees the carrots.
• The child prances around the yard pretending to be a horse.
• She prances in front of the mirror, admiring her outfit.