This is the 9977th most frequent Japanese word.
踊り子
Dancer.
The word '踊り子' ('dancer') is used here to describe a performer of dance on a stage.
踊り子は舞台で美しい踊りを披露しました。
The dancer performed a beautiful dance on stage.
Here, '踊り子' ('dancer') is used in the plural to refer to participants of a dance festival.
その村には毎年踊り子たちの祭りが開催されます。
In that village, a festival of dancers is held every year.
The term '踊り子' ('dancer') portrays a protagonist who plays a significant role in a narrative.