Definition

Describing an animal that is moving at a pace faster than walking but slower than running, often characterized by a rhythmic, bouncing motion.

Example

The horse was trotting gracefully around the arena.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful horse trotting in the park today.

That sounds lovely! Horses are so graceful when they move.

Yeah, it was such a peaceful scene watching it trotting along.

I can imagine! I love seeing animals in their natural rhythm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of moving at a speed faster than walking but slower than running, typically used to describe how horses move.

Example

The horse was trotting gracefully around the arena.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful horse trotting in the park today.

That sounds lovely! I always enjoy watching them move.

Yeah, the way they trot is so graceful and calming.

Definition

To move at a speed faster than walking but slower than running, often used to describe the way horses move.

Example

The horse was trotting along the path in the park.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw a beautiful horse trotting in the park today.

That sounds lovely! Horses are so graceful when they move.

I wish I could ride one while it's trotting around.

Root Explanation

Trotting originates from the Old English word 'trotian', meaning to move briskly or to jog. The word describes a specific gait of a horse or other animal, characterized by a moderate pace that is faster than walking but slower than running.

Memory Tip

Imagine a horse moving briskly at a moderate pace — that's what trotting means, coming from the Old English word for moving quickly.

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