English▸ noun a dance in triple time performed by a couple, who as a pair turn rhythmically around and around as they progress around the dance floor:
he thought the waltz the most difficult dance to master.
▪ a piece of music written for or in the style of a waltz.
▸ verb [no object] dance a waltz:
I waltzed across the floor with the lieutenant.
▪ [with object] guide (someone) in or as if in a waltz:
he waltzed her around the table.
▪ [no object] move or act lightly, casually, or inconsiderately:
you can't just waltz in and expect to make a mark
it is the third time that he has waltzed off with the coveted award.
– ORIGIN late 18th century : from German Walzer, from walzen ‘revolve’.