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==Part of Speech== | ==Part of Speech== | ||
Noun | |||
==Pronunciation== | ==Pronunciation== | ||
[strol] | [strol] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
A choreographed line dance performed by members of a Greek organization. A tradition of many [[MGC]] and [[NPHC]] organizations, a stroll is usually performed at step shows, stroll shows, and parties where many other Greek members are present. In various regions, strolling is also referred to as "party-walking," but this is not observed at Northwestern. | A choreographed line dance performed by members of a Greek organization. A tradition of many [[MGC]] and [[NPHC]] organizations, a stroll is usually performed at step shows, stroll shows, and parties where many other Greek members are present. In various regions, strolling is also referred to as "party-walking," but this is not observed at Northwestern. | ||
A stroll is different from a [[step]] for various reasons. First, individuals will always stroll in a line whereas the formation is more flexible for a step. Second, individuals will dance in synchronization to a soundtrack, whereas stepping focuses on creating percussive sounds with the body. | |||
==Usage== | ==Usage== | ||
The term is used primarily in the [[Multicultural Greek Council]] and [[National Pan-Hellenic]] communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text. | The term is used primarily in the [[Multicultural Greek Council]] and [[National Pan-Hellenic]] communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text. | ||
==Example Sentences== | ==Example Sentences== | ||
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==Related terms== | ==Related terms== | ||
*[[ | *[[Step]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:11, 14 March 2016
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
[strol]
Description
A choreographed line dance performed by members of a Greek organization. A tradition of many MGC and NPHC organizations, a stroll is usually performed at step shows, stroll shows, and parties where many other Greek members are present. In various regions, strolling is also referred to as "party-walking," but this is not observed at Northwestern.
A stroll is different from a step for various reasons. First, individuals will always stroll in a line whereas the formation is more flexible for a step. Second, individuals will dance in synchronization to a soundtrack, whereas stepping focuses on creating percussive sounds with the body.
Usage
The term is used primarily in the Multicultural Greek Council and National Pan-Hellenic communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text.
