| Flamen | n.; pl. E. Flammens L. Flamines [ L. ] (Rom. Antiq.) A priest devoted to the service of a particular god, from whom he received a distinguishing epithet. The most honored were those of Jupiter, Mars, and Quirinus, called respectively Flamen Dialis, Flamen Martialis, and Flamen Quirinalis. [ 1913 Webster ] Affrights the flamens at their service quaint. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ] |
| flamenco | n. 1. a strongly rhythmic and vigorous style of dancing characteristic of the Andalusian gypsies, characterized by clapping and stamping of feet.
Syn. -- gypsy dancing. [ WordNet 1.5 ] 2. (Mus.) a strongly rhythmic style of music originating in southern Spain, often improvisatorial, performed by itself, often on a guitar, or as an accompaniment to flamenco dancing. [ PJC ] |
