morris
noun
mor·ris ˈmȯr-əs 
ˈmär-
: a vigorous English dance traditionally performed by men wearing costumes and bells
Word History
Etymology
Middle English moreys daunce, from moreys Moorish (from More Moor) + daunce dance
First Known Use
1503, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing morris
Biographical Definition
Morris 1 of 4
biographical name (1)
Mor·ris ˈmȯr-əs
ˈmär-
Gou*ver*neur ˌgə-vər-ˈnir
ˌgə-və-
1752–1816 American statesman and diplomat Morris
2 of 4biographical name (2)
Mark 1956– American choreographer
Morris
3 of 4biographical name (3)
Robert 1734–1806 American financier and statesman
Morris
4 of 4biographical name (4)
William 1834–1896 English poet, artist, and socialist