House dance, also known as house dancing, is a unique form of dance that originated from the underground clubs and parties of Chicago and New York in the late 1970s and early 1980s. While the term "house dance" is commonly used to describe this genre, there are several other names that are synonymous with this dance style. Some of the most popular synonyms for house dance include "club dancing", "street dancing", and "urban dance". Additionally, some people also refer to this dance style as "freestyle dancing" or "hip-hop dancing", due to the influence that hip-hop music and culture has had on house dance over the years.