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American professional dancer (born 1994)
Jenna Michelle Johnson Chmerkovskiy (née Johnson; born April 12, 1994) is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer and choreographer. Born in
Jenna_Johnson_(dancer)
Topics referred to by the same term
David, Dave or Davey Johnson may refer to: David Alan Johnson (born 1952), American philosopher David E. Johnson (born 1946), American linguist David
David_Johnson
Australian ballroom dancer and TV performer
version of Dancing with the Stars as a professional dancer, before moving to the U.S. version of the franchise from 2006 to 2015. Johnson returned as
Kym_Herjavec
American dancer
David Johnson (June 12[citation needed], 1961 – April 23, 2016) was a dancer who has performed in many TV broadcasts in Scandinavia, sometimes with his
David_Johnson_(dancer)
American dancer
Thomas Johnson, also known as Tommy the Clown, is an American dancer best known as the inventor of the "clowning" style of dance, which evolved into krumping
Tommy_the_Clown
British film director, artist and photographer (born 1967)
West Coast. In 2002, Taylor-Johnson was commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery to make David, a video portrait of David Beckham—whom she depicted
Sam_Taylor-Johnson
1984 studio album by Tina Turner
"Tina Turner: Private Dancer". Mojo. No. 262. p. 109. "Tina Turner: Private Dancer". Q. No. 109. October 1995. p. 150. McGee, David (2004). "Tina Turner"
Private_Dancer
Paid dance partner in a partner dance
A taxi dancer is a paid dance partner in a ballroom dance. Taxi dancers work (sometimes for money but not always) on a dance-by-dance basis. When taxi
Taxi_dancer
Indigenous Australian dance company
around the country. Bangarra Dance Theatre was founded in October 1989 by Carole Y. Johnson, an African-American modern dancer and founder of the National
Bangarra_Dance_Theatre
American actress (born 1989)
played an American dancer in Berlin who enrolls in an academy run by a coven of witches. David Ehrlich of IndieWire described Johnson's performance in the
Dakota_Johnson
American actor (1916–2008)
Charles Van Dell Johnson (August 25, 1916 – December 12, 2008) was an American actor and dancer. He had a prolific career in film, television, theatre
Van_Johnson
Upcoming reality competition series
wanted to refocus the franchise's energy on "making the [professional] dancer the center of this, because they are the creative hub of the show. There's
Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro
Dancing_with_the_Stars:_The_Next_Pro
American dancer (1944–2012)
Candy Johnson (born Vicki Jane Husted; February 8, 1944 – October 20, 2012) was an American go-go dancer who appeared in several teen-oriented films in
Candy_Johnson
American actor (born 1949)
age of 18, Johnson married a dancer; the marriage was annulled around two months later. Her name has not been made public. Circa 1971, Johnson lived with
Don_Johnson
Film by Luca Guadagnino
Guadagnino from a screenplay by David Kajganich, inspired by Dario Argento's 1977 Italian film of the same name. It stars Dakota Johnson as an American woman who
Suspiria_(2018_film)
American blues musician and songwriter (1911–1938)
played mostly on street corners, in juke joints, and at Saturday night dances, Johnson had little commercial success or public recognition in his lifetime
Robert_Johnson
Australian media personality
Matthew David Johnson (born 6 July 1987) is an Australian media personality, podcaster and presenter. In 2016, Johnson first appeared on the second season
Matty_Johnson
1987 film by David A. Prior
safety pin from her desk and fondles it, smiling. Marcia Karr as Rhonda Johnson David James Campbell as Lt. Morgan Fritz Matthews as Jimmy Ted Prior as Chuck
Killer_Workout
American professional dancer (born 1994)
became a professional dancer on season 16 of the reality television series Dancing with the Stars; becoming the second-youngest pro dancer in the show's history
Lindsay_Arnold
American soul and funk band
began. They were soon joined by guitarist Jerome Smith and drummer Robert Johnson, both TK studio musicians. The first few songs, "Blow Your Whistle" (September
KC_and_the_Sunshine_Band
American lawyer and politician (born 1972)
James Michael Johnson (born January 30, 1972) is an American lawyer and politician serving as the 56th speaker of the United States House of Representatives
Mike_Johnson
American funk rock band
O'Neal on lead vocals and sax, Anton (Tony) Johnson on guitar, David Eiland on saxophone, Jellybean Johnson on drums, Jimmy Jam and Monte Moir on keyboards
The_Time_(band)
American actor (born 1952)
Reginald VelJohnson (born Reginald Johnson; August 16, 1952) is an American actor. He is best known for portraying police officers on screen, such as Sergeant
Reginald_VelJohnson
English dancer and choreographer (born 1996)
February 1996) is an English dancer and choreographer, known for his role as a professional dancer on the Irish version of Dancing with the Stars. In 2019
Curtis_Pritchard
Australian celebrity talent show
Horner made up the primary judging panel starting in 2011. Kym Johnson, former pro dancer on both the American and Australian versions of the show, and
Dancing with the Stars (Australian TV series)
Dancing_with_the_Stars_(Australian_TV_series)
American disco and funk group
consisted of lead vocalist Cynthia Johnson and a changing line-up of session musicians, including guitarist David Rivkin, guitarist Tom Riopelle and bassist
Lipps_Inc.
American and Canadian actress (born 1970)
of Johnson's music has been featured on television shows. Johnson's character in Felicity was originally described as a dancer, but with Johnson's input
Amy_Jo_Johnson
American funk and R&B band
The Brothers Johnson was an American funk and R&B band consisting of the American brothers George ("Lightnin' Licks") and Louis E. Johnson ("Thunder Thumbs")
The_Brothers_Johnson
American record producer (1962–1995)
David Byron Cole (June 3, 1962 – January 24, 1995) was an American record producer. He was one half of the dance music duo C+C Music Factory, which he
David_Cole_(music_producer)
American business executive and model
of Vanity Fair. Johnson and Cashin worked as waiters while pursuing modeling careers in the 1980s. Cashin was also an Irish step dancer and appeared in
Jay_Johnson_(model)
Striptease performer
strippers work in strip clubs. A house dancer works for a particular club or franchise, while a feature dancer typically has her own celebrity, touring
Stripper
American actor (born October 25th 1997)
of 2023, on Showtime. In 2016, Johnson made his feature film debut in the comedy-drama film Heritage Falls starring David Keith, he played the role of Markie
Keean_Johnson
American dance competition television series
Winner and Six-Time Mirrorball Champion Dancer Derek Hough Enters the Ballroom as the Newest Judge on ABC's Dancing with the Stars" (Press release). ABC
Dancing with the Stars (American TV series)
Dancing_with_the_Stars_(American_TV_series)
was promoted to soloist in 1958 and principal dancer in 1960. "EMMA VON ENCK PROMOTED TO PRINCIPAL DANCER". New York City Ballet. May 17, 2024. Retrieved
List of New York City Ballet dancers
List_of_New_York_City_Ballet_dancers
American singer (born 1971)
shy that she auditioned with the lights turned off. Johnson-George was known as the background dancer/model in the music video for Big Daddy Kane's "Ain't
Tamara_Johnson-George
American actor (born 1963)
Kenny Johnson (born July 13, 1963) is an American actor. He is known for his roles as Detective Curtis Lemansky in The Shield, Butch "Burner" Barnes in
Kenny_Johnson
American multinational household goods company
floor care products such as Johnson's Prepared Wax, Johnson's Dance Wax, and Johnson's Wood Dye. Under Herbert Fisk Johnson Sr., the company expanded worldwide
S._C._Johnson_&_Son
American professional dancer
and ballroom dancer. He was a contestant in 2013 on the tenth season of So You Think You Can Dance and is currently a professional dancer and choreographer
Alan_Bersten
Performance dance technique
spirituals. This event showcased black life through dance, setting a precedent for future performances. Dancer Hemsley Winfield played a crucial role in this
Jazz_dance
2013 film by Chris Johnson
understudy for a contemporary dance company, as he pursues a sexual relationship with another, more experienced dancer while fearing the unknown and navigating
Test_(2013_film)
American band
formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1972 by Janice-Marie Johnson and Perry Kibble. In 1978, Johnson, with Hazel Payne, had one of the best known chart-toppers
A_Taste_of_Honey_(band)
American actor, singer, and dancer (born 1987)
Jay Armstrong Johnson (born September 1, 1987) is an American actor, singer, and dancer, known for starring roles on Broadway in musicals like Parade
Jay_Armstrong_Johnson
American LGBTQ activist, sex worker, and performer (1945–1992)
Marsha P. Johnson (August 24, 1945 – July 3, 1992) was an American LGBTQ activist, sex worker, and performer. Sometimes known as the "Saint of Christopher
Marsha_P._Johnson
American singer-songwriter (born 1956)
Cynthia Johnson (born April 22, 1956) is an American singer, songwriter and television personality. She is best known as the lead vocalist of the disco
Cynthia_Johnson
Musical artist
David Earle Johnson (April 10, 1938 - December 22, 1998) was an American percussionist, composer and music producer. The son of Earle H. Johnson and Lottie
David_Earle_Johnson
1979 single by Deniece Williams
non-credited composers, which included Anthony Johnson, Michael Nance, and Ed Mann. The song was also produced by David Foster and came off Williams' 1979 album
I've_Got_the_Next_Dance
Topics referred to by the same term
Institute of Technology Stretch Johnson (Howard Eugene Johnson, 1915–2000), American tap dancer and activist Howard Johnson's, a chain of hotels and restaurants
Howard_Johnson
American actor (1945–2005)
Clive Clerk (October 17, 1945 – June 22, 2005) was a Trinidad-born actor, dancer and painter, later known as Clive Wilson, who had a successful career as
Clive_Clerk
1992 short story collection by Denis Johnson
effort, and the work with which Johnson is most identified. It was adapted into a 1999 film by Elizabeth Cuthrell, David Urrutia, and Oren Moverman, directed
Jesus' Son (short story collection)
Jesus'_Son_(short_story_collection)
American corporate executive (b. 1962)
"Joaquin Duato Named PhRMA Board Chairman". Johnson & Johnson. 2017-01-09. Retrieved 2024-12-30. Salazar, David. "PhRMA names Duato new board chairman".
Joaquín_Duato
First Lady of the United States from 1963 to 1969
Bird" Johnson (née Taylor; December 22, 1912 – July 11, 2007) was the first lady of the United States from 1963 to 1969 as the wife of Lyndon B. Johnson, the
Lady_Bird_Johnson
British television series
of Dancing with the Stars), South African dancer Oti Mabuse (from Germany's Let's Dance) and Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice. On 3 October 2015, the judges
Strictly_Come_Dancing
British singer (born 1960)
were teased and nicknamed Jolly Johnson and Honey Heath. The two shared an interest in Marc Bolan and David Bowie. Johnson met his partner, Wolfgang Kuhle
Holly_Johnson
Canadian ice dancer (1991–2023)
Paul (September 16, 1991 – August 22, 2023) was a Canadian competitive ice dancer. With her skating partner and eventual husband, Mitchell Islam, she won
Alexandra Paul (figure skater)
Alexandra_Paul_(figure_skater)
Australian ballroom dancer
an Australian ballroom dancer who is best known for being a professional partner and troupe member on the ABC series Dancing with the Stars. She is the
Sharna_Burgess
American step dancer (born 1958)
was a gifted step dancer from County Carlow whose mother, Hannah Ryan, was a champion dancer. Michael and Eilish met at an Irish dance in Detroit, and were
Michael_Flatley
Type of dance hall with paid dancers
dancer or chorus girl Monkey shows – Burlesque shows with chorus girls Nickel-hopper – A taxi dancer On the ebony – A taxi-dance hall or taxi dancer having
Taxi_dance_hall
to manufacturing secretary-turned-fitness instructor Margaret Neville Johnson in December 1953, having met her on a blind date the previous May. During
Personal life of Clint Eastwood
Personal_life_of_Clint_Eastwood
English musician and actor (1947–2016)
David Robert Jones (8 January 1947 – 10 January 2016), known as David Bowie, was an English singer, songwriter and actor. Regarded as among the most influential
David_Bowie
American arts administrator
Mimi Johnson is a New York City-based arts administrator. Through her nonprofit organization Performing Artservices, Inc. (founded in 1972), Johnson assists
Mimi_Johnson
Canadian criminal
Albert Johnson Walker (born 1946), also known as The Rolex Killer, is a Canadian criminal serving a prison term for embezzlement and murder. He is known
Albert_Johnson_Walker
German-bred Thoroughbred racehorse
a German-bred race horse who was trained in Britain by David Pipe and owned by David Johnson. He started his racing career as a Flat horse in Germany
Well_Chief
American artistic gymnast (born 1992)
2009, Johnson became a celebrity competitor on ABC's Dancing with the Stars season eight, partnered with season six winner, professional dancer Mark Ballas
Shawn_Johnson_East
American actress, dancer
dance studio and managed Raycole's career during her childhood. A trained dancer, Raycole first danced when she was a toddler. Raycole studied dance under
Jazz_Raycole
English writer and lexicographer (1709–1784)
Samuel Johnson (18 September [O.S. 7 September] 1709 – 13 December 1784), often called Dr. Johnson, was an English writer and polymath who made lasting
Samuel_Johnson
American dancer (1984–2020)
American dancer and actor best known for being the runner-up on Fox's third season of So You Think You Can Dance in 2007. Tidwell began dancing as a child
Danny_Tidwell
American illusionary dancer
David "Elsewhere" Bernal (born August 2, 1979) is an American illusionary dancer. He became known through a viral video clip—often titled Kolla2001—of
David_Bernal
British musician
ferociously dancing in a Minneapolis club, Prince told Spencer he was a great dancer. He unknowingly made out with Madonna on the dance floor of a New
Spencer_Gibb
names himself Ronnie Rocket and becomes a rock star, befriending a tap-dancer named Electra-Cute. Michael J. Anderson and Dexter Fletcher were attached
David Lynch's unrealized projects
David_Lynch's_unrealized_projects
American football player (born 1985)
Johnson was announced as one of the celebrities who would compete on season 23 of Dancing with the Stars. He was partnered with professional dancer Lindsay
Calvin_Johnson
American boxer (1878–1946)
John Arthur Johnson (March 31, 1878 – June 10, 1946), nicknamed the "Galveston Giant", was an American boxer who, at the height of the Jim Crow era, became
Jack_Johnson
Season of television series
while former professional dancer and judge Julianne Hough returned as co-host. The Bachelor star Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson were crowned the champions
Dancing with the Stars (American TV series) season 33
Dancing_with_the_Stars_(American_TV_series)_season_33
American stand-up comedian and actor (born 1964)
Johnson, Allan (December 29, 2003). "David Spade knows how to shovel sarcasm". Houston Chronicle. Elfman, Doug (February 3, 2014). "Comedian David Spade
David_Spade
American dancer and activist (1931–1989)
December 1, 1989) was an American dancer, director, choreographer, and activist. He founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) in 1958, and the
Alvin_Ailey
Season of television series
replace Horner. Former champion and current Dancing with the Stars USA professional, Kym Johnson and actor/tap dancer Adam Garcia became the newest additions
Dancing with the Stars (Australian TV series) season 13
Dancing_with_the_Stars_(Australian_TV_series)_season_13
filmography of actor and director David Carradine (1936–2009). No available source gives any of the characters names. David Carradine described it as a live
David_Carradine_filmography
American designer and film director
Jed Johnson (December 30, 1948 – July 17, 1996) was an American interior designer and film director. He first came to prominence through his close association
Jed Johnson (interior designer)
Jed_Johnson_(interior_designer)
American actress (born 1964)
Rochon has been married twice and has two children. Her first marriage to dancer and actor Adolfo Quiñones, better known as Shabba Doo, lasted from 1982
Lela_Rochon
dancer Adam Shankman – dancer, director Elizabeth Sung (BFA, dance) – actress Paul Taylor (BS 1953, dance) – choreographer Lea Ved (BFA 2013, dance)
List of Juilliard School people
List_of_Juilliard_School_people
Season of television series
in order to determine who would be eliminated. Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson and Mark Ballas were crowned the champions, while Gilles Marini and Cheryl
Dancing with the Stars (American TV series) season 8
Dancing_with_the_Stars_(American_TV_series)_season_8
American gridiron football player (born 1978)
Chad Ochocinco Johnson (born Chad Javon Johnson, January 9, 1978), known from 2008 to 2012 as Chad Ochocinco, is an American former professional football
Chad_Johnson
1964 single by Lou Johnson
"(There's) Always Something There to Remind Me" first charted for Lou Johnson, whose version reached number 49 on the Billboard Hot 100 in mid-1964.
(There's) Always Something There to Remind Me
(There's)_Always_Something_There_to_Remind_Me
American politician and businessman (born 1953)
by 34% to 33%, with John Dendahl and former governor David F. Cargo in third and fourth. Johnson subsequently won a plurality in the three-way general
Gary_Johnson
Lakota chief and actor (1919–2016)
"Dave Bald Eagle", The Times, 30 July 2016 Senator Tim Johnson (April 28, 2009). Tribute To Chief David Bald Eagle (Speech). South Dakota State Capitol. Archived
Dave_Bald_Eagle
Term for dance styles in which footwork is the most important
Festival "The Scottish Dance Tradition". Traditional Dance Forum. Retrieved 2023-12-11. Sparling, Heather; Harris, Kristen; Johnson, Sherry (2015). "Introduction
Step_dance
American contemporary dancer (born 1987)
Neil David Haskell (born April 16, 1987) is an American contemporary dancer and actor. He is best known as a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance where
Neil_Haskell
American house DJ and producer (1971–2021)
The song reached number-one on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart in December 1999. In 1997, Johnson and his partner Radek started the Chicago house
Paul_Johnson_(producer)
American dance
Manning the dancer?" Initially, he replied, "No, I'm Frankie Manning the postal worker." However, after a pause, he added, "But I used to be a dancer." Stevens
Lindy_Hop
American actor, singer, and television personality (born 1952)
appeared as a contestant on season 11 of Dancing with the Stars. His professional dance partner was Kym Johnson. On September 21, 2010, they were the first
David_Hasselhoff
Latvian and American dancer (born 1948)
American dancer, choreographer, and actor. He was the preeminent male classical ballet dancer of the 1970s and 1980s. He subsequently became a noted dance director
Mikhail_Baryshnikov
Cultural impact of American filmmaker
American filmmaker, visual artist, musician, and actor David Lynch (1946–2025) is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers
Cultural impact of David Lynch
Cultural_impact_of_David_Lynch
American comedian and actor (born 1956)
McAnuff. He was a contestant on the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Kym Johnson. By the fourth week of the competition, Grier announced
David_Alan_Grier
Special Agent Sam Stanley, and receives coded clues in the form of Lil the Dancer. Desmond and Stanley begin their investigation by driving to a rural town
List_of_Twin_Peaks_characters
English actor (born 1983)
Rowan David Oakes FLS (born 14 October 1983) is an English actor, ecologist and conservationist. He is best known for his roles in the series The Pillars
David_Oakes
Historic house in Connecticut, US
(or Johnson House) is a historic house museum on Ponus Ridge Road in New Canaan, Connecticut. It was built in 1948–49 by the architect Philip Johnson, who
Glass House (New Canaan, Connecticut)
Glass_House_(New_Canaan,_Connecticut)
Canadian businessman (born 1962)
for season 20 of the American edition of Dancing with the Stars. His partner was Australian dancer Kym Johnson, who he subsequently began a relationship
Robert_Herjavec
1987 film directed by Emile Ardolino
last dance of the season. This year somebody told me not to. So I'm gonna do my kind of dancin' with a great partner, who's not only a terrific dancer, but
Dirty_Dancing
American dancer and choreographer (born 1993)
(née Carson; born October 17, 1993) is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer and choreographer. She first gained recognition as a contestant on the ninth
Witney_Carson
2024 film by Kelly Marcel
Last Dance Reveals Actor Playing Knull". ComicBook.com. Retrieved October 23, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) Davids, Brian
Venom:_The_Last_Dance
Apolo Anton Ohno, Hélio Castroneves, Kristi Yamaguchi, Brooke Burke, Shawn Johnson, Donny Osmond, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Hines Ward, J. R. Martinez
List of Dancing with the Stars (American TV series) competitors
List_of_Dancing_with_the_Stars_(American_TV_series)_competitors
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
Female
English
(דָוִידָה) Feminine form of Hebrew David, DAVIDA means "beloved."
Girl/Female
American, Australian, British, English, Hebrew
Beloved; Feminine Form of David
Male
Portuguese
Brazilian Portuguese form of Hebrew David, DAVI means "beloved."
Male
Yiddish
Yiddish form of Hebrew David, DOVID means "beloved."
Boy/Male
Australian, Finnish
Form of David
Male
English
 English pet form of Hebrew David, DAVIE means "beloved." Compare with another form of Davie.
Boy/Male
American, Anglo, Australian, British, Chinese, Christian, English, French, German, Hebrew, Scottish
Son of David; David's Son; Dear One; Beloved
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from Wonson, Devon.
Male
Norse
Old Norse form of Hebrew David, DAVIÃ means "beloved."
Male
Polish
Polish form of Hebrew David, DAWID means "beloved."
Girl/Female
American, Australian, British, Christian, English, French, German, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Indian, Latin, Swedish
Beloved; Feminine of David; Friend; Darling
Male
English
English surname transferred to forename use, from Hebrew David, DAVIS means "beloved."
Male
Italian
Italian form of Hebrew David, DAVIDE means "beloved."
Surname or Lastname
English
English : patronymic from John.Respelling of Swedish Jonsson.
Male
English
(דָּוִד, דָּוִיד) Hebrew name DAVID means "beloved." In the bible, this is the name of a son of Jesse. David was the second king of Israel and father of King Solomon. As a youth he killed a giant named Goliath with his slingshot.Â
Surname or Lastname
English and Scottish
English and Scottish : patronymic from the personal name John. As an American family name, Johnson has absorbed patronymics and many other derivatives of this name in continental European languages. (For forms, see Hanks and Hodges 1988.)Johnson is the second most frequent surname in the U.S. It was brought independently to North America by many different bearers from the 17th and 18th centuries onward.
Boy/Male
Australian, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Portuguese, Swiss
Italian Form of David; Beloved; Dear One
Boy/Male
American, Australian, British, Christian, Danish, English, French, Hebrew, Irish
Cherished; Beloved; Variant of David Beloved; Diminutive of David
Girl/Female
English
Beloved. Feminine of David.
Girl/Female
Christian & English(British/American/Australian)
Feminie of David
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
Boy/Male
American, Anglo, Australian, British, Christian, English, Indian
A Small Stream; Near the Stream or Brook; From the Western Stream
Surname or Lastname
English
English : topographic name for someone who lived at a place where wood was cut, Middle English wo(o)ding.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant of Fine.
Girl/Female
Anglo Saxon
Penance.
Girl/Female
Hindu
Brought up by birds, The heroine of shakunthalam
Boy/Male
Sikh
Boy/Male
German
Pearl. Abbreviation of Margaret.
Girl/Female
Indian, Sikh
New Light of God; Light of Sun
Boy/Male
Australian, Hebrew
Like the Lord
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Tamil, Traditional
Good Looking
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
DAVID JOHNSON-DANCER
a.
Longing eagerly for; eager; greedy.
a.
Pertaining to or resembling Dr. Johnson or his style; pompous; inflated.
n.
Curved arms of timber or iron, projecting over a ship's side of stern, having tackle to raise or lower a boat, swing it in on deck, rig it out for lowering, etc.; -- called also boat davits.
n.
A manner of acting or of writing peculiar to, or characteristic of, Dr. Johnson.
n.
A writer or composer of sacred songs; -- a title particularly applied to David and the other authors of the Scriptural psalms.
a.
Relating to, or characteristic of, Boswell, the biographer of Dr. Johnson.
n.
A genus of grasses, properly limited to two species, Sorghum Halepense, the Arabian millet, or Johnson grass (see Johnson grass), and S. vulgare, the Indian millet (see Indian millet, under Indian).
n.
A hill in Jerusalem, which, after the capture of that city by the Israelites, became the royal residence of David and his successors.
a.
Timid; fearful.
n.
A musical instrument, of unknown character, supposed by some to have been used by the people of Gath, and thence obtained by David. It is mentioned in the title of Psalms viii., lxxxi., and lxxxiv.
n.
A comparison made; elaborate tracing of similarity; as, Johnson's parallel between Dryden and Pope.
n.
A history of the acts and events of a life; a biography; as, Johnson wrote the life of Milton.
a.
Avid.
n.
Progeny; offspring; children; descendants; as, the seed of Abraham; the seed of David.
a.
Of or pertaining to David, the king and psalmist of Israel, or to his family.
n.
The literary style of Dr. Samuel Johnson, or one formed in imitation of it; an inflated, stilted, or pompous style, affecting classical words.
n.
A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship; -- called also the fish davit.
n.
Especially, one of the hymns by David and others, collected into one book of the Old Testament, or a modern metrical version of such a hymn for public worship.