Gait

Pronunciation: /ˈɡeɪt/

Gait (noun)

  1. the way someone walks, including speed and style.
  2. the pattern of movement of an animal's legs when it walks or runs.

Examples

  • Her gait was slow and deliberate.
  • He recognized her by her distinctive gait.

Common collocations: steady gait, awkward gait, adopt a gait, natural gait, study the gait

Synonyms of Gait

Neutral

Antonyms of Gait

  • describing lack of movement