gait

geɪt

Definitions

1. noun

the manner or style in which someone or something walks

“She had a distinctive gait that made her easy to recognize.”

2. noun

a regular series of movements, especially of a machine or a process

“The manufacturing process has a repetitive gait that produces high-quality products.”

3. verb

to walk or move with a particular manner or style

“The puppy learned to gait alongside its owner.”

4. verb

to cause to move or walk in a particular manner

“The trainer helped the dog to gait correctly for the competition.”

Synonyms

  • pace
  • stride

Antonyms

  • stumble