The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word WATUSI
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What does WATUSI mean?
WATUSI noun- A popular dance of the 1960s, fueled by the success of the song "Wah-Watusi" by The Orlons in 1962. Secondary in popularity to dances such as the Twist.
- To dance the watusi.