n. [ Pol. Polka a Polish woman: cf. F. & G. polka. ] 1. A dance of Polish origin, but now common everywhere. It is performed by two persons in common time. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Mus.) A lively Bohemian or Polish dance tune in 2-4 measure, with the third quaver accented. [ 1913 Webster ]
Polka jacket, a kind of knit jacket worn by women. [ 1913 Webster ]