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In the 1950s, informal sponsored dance at American high schools, typically held on the…In the 1950s, informal sponsored dance at American high schools, typically held on the grounds of the high school itself in the gymnasium or cafeteria.
Meaning
1 senses(US, historical)In the 1950s, informal sponsored dance at American high schools, typically held on the grounds of the high school itself in the gymnasium or cafeteria.
Origin
Because dancers were required to remove their shoes to protect the varnished floor of theBecause dancers were required to remove their shoes to protect the varnished floor of the gymnasium.
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