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What are the dance terms used in Philippine folk and their definitions?

Here is the list of Philippine dance terms and definitions:

1. Balitao: A courtship dance from Pangasinan performed with castanets (palitos) and with hand movements.

2. Carinosa: A popular courtship dance from the lowlands of Luzon involving the balancing of colorful fans or handkerchiefs.

3. Pandanggo Oasi: Another Pandanggo dance that can be fast- or slow-paced. It is characterized by flirtatious movements and quick footwork.

4. Singkil: Folk dance influenced by the Maranao people of Lanao del Sur that requires skill and grace in maneuvering in and out of bamboo poles in a clapping motion.

5. Tinikling: A traditional Philippine folk dance that involves two people beating, hitting, and sliding bamboo poles on the ground and against each other while one or more performers weave through the poles.

6. Subli: Known for its supplication (pamamasko), it is usually held in May to ask for bountiful harvests.

7. Maglalatik: A Filipino folk dance that depicts a mock fight between Muslims and Christians over the prized latik (coconut cream).

8. Itik-itik: A dance from Surigao del Norte imitating a duck's movement. Ducks are abundant in the marshes and rivers of the province.

9. Habanera Boholana: A fusion of Spanish and Filipino dance characterized by a flowing and swaying motion.

10. Binasuan: A dance that involves balancing glasses of water on one's head while dancing.

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