1. A lively couple's dance originating from northeastern Brazil, characterized by quick steps and rhythmic movements, typically performed to accordion music
The band played a lively xote that got everyone dancing at the festa junina.
A banda tocou um xote animado que fez todos dançarem na festa junina.
2. The musical genre or composition associated with this dance style
He composed a beautiful xote in the traditional style.
Ele compôs um xote bonito no estilo tradicional.