cakewalk /ˈkeɪk.wɔk/noun 4verb 1forms 3 noun4 •(historical) A contest in which cake was offered for the best dancers. •(informal) Something that is easy or simple, or that does not present a great challenge.Just as common as she is, a cakewalk sort of a name. — 1899 •The dance, or strutting style of dance, associated with such a contest. •The style of music associated with such a contest. verb1 •To perform the cakewalk dance. formscakewalked · cakewalking · cakewalks