dancing shoes

noun phrase

1. Shoes that are comfortable or specially designed for dancing, often providing support and flexibility.

   A2

   usually plural

   • "She bought new dancing shoes for the competition."A2
   • "These dancing shoes have soft soles that make it easier to turn."B1
   • "Professional dancers invest in high-quality dancing shoes to prevent injuries."B2

2. In the expression “put on your dancing shoes,” a playful way to say that someone should get ready to dance or enjoy themselves.

   B1

   usually in the phrase “put on your dancing shoes”informal

   • "Put on your dancing shoes—we're going to a party!"B1
   • "The band started playing, so everyone put on their dancing shoes."B2