Definition of "watusi" [watusi]

• A popular dance of the 1960s, fueled by the success of the song "Wah-Watusi" by The Orlons in 1962. Secondary in popularity to dances such as the Twist. (noun)
• To dance the watusi. (verb)

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• "Fortunately, Abner Golightly chose this opportunity to pull me into a lively dance he called the “Tennessee Tornado,” which was a cross between the jitterbug and the watusi."
• "Lustrous pop production and sassy vocals update the kind of retro rock workouts that might have once moved listeners to do the frug (or watusi, for that matter)."
• "Another plus: The island doesn't move -- you do, while watusi-ing to the classic (but remixed) theme song."