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Definition of lancer

lancer

/ˈlænsər/
lan · cer
Plural:lancers
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• noun

1

A cavalry soldier historically armed with a lance, or a member of a modern military regiment retaining this traditional title.

Example

"The historical painting depicted a 19th-century lancer in full ceremonial uniform."

2

A 19th-century quadrille or set dance performed by four couples, or the music composed for it (usually in the plural).

Example

"The guests at the Victorian ball gathered on the floor to dance the lancers."

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• Rhymes for lancer

• Nearby Words

lance
lancehead
lancelet
lancer
lancers
lancet
lancetfish

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 16th century from Middle French lancier ('soldier armed with a lance'), derived from Old French lance and ultimately from Latin lancea ('light spear').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lancer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lancer
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