Walking

/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The activity of going for a walk.

Her daily walking improves her health and well-being.

An instance of walking or a manner of walking.

His walking was unsteady after the long hike.

verb

The action of moving at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each foot in turn.

Walking in the park is my favorite way to relax.

The act of moving on foot for exercise or leisure.

She enjoys walking every morning before work.

To move or travel on foot.

After dinner, they went walking along the beach.

From Old English 'wealcian', meaning 'to move by foot'.

walking on air

Feeling very happy or elated.

walking a tightrope

In a precarious situation, balancing two possibilities.

walking in someone else's shoes

Trying to understand another person's perspective.

walker

A person who walks.

walkway

A path or route for walking.

walkability

The suitability of an area for walking.

On foot, especially in casual or informal contexts.

I'm just walking to the store, want to come?

Used to describe a person who is moving quickly or energetically.

Look at him, he's really walking it out on the dance floor!