Definition of "cakewalk" in Englisch

noun

1. (historical) A contest in which cake was offered for the best dancers.

2. (music) The style of music associated with such a contest.

3. (performing arts) The dance, or strutting style of dance, associated with such a contest.

4. (idiomatic, informal) Something that is easy or simple, or that does not present a great challenge.

verb

1. (intransitive) To perform the cakewalk dance.