1. plural of habanera: slow Cuban dances in duple time, or musical compositions in this style
Usage: music

Examples

• The orchestra performed several beautiful habaneras during the concert.
• She learned to dance traditional habaneras at the cultural center.
• The composer wrote three habaneras inspired by Cuban folk music.
• Habaneras became popular in European ballrooms during the 19th century.
• The music teacher explained the distinctive rhythm of habaneras to her students.