walking
Americanadjective
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considered as a person who can or does walk or something that walks.
The hospital is caring for six walking patients. He's walking proof that people can lose weight quickly.
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used for or as an aid in walking.
She put on her walking shoes and went out.
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suitable for, characterized by, or consisting of walking.
True sightseeing is a walking affair. We took a walking tour of Spain.
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of or relating to an implement or machine drawn by a draft animal and operated or controlled by a person on foot.
a walking plow.
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of or relating to a mechanical part that moves back and forth.
noun
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the act or action of a person or thing that walks.
Walking was the best exercise for him.
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the manner or way in which a person walks.
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the state or condition of the surface, terrain, etc., on which a person walks.
The walking is dry over here.
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Etymology
Origin of walking
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; see walk, -ing 1, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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Walking with a good friend through the town we met in, palm trees swaying in the California breeze.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
Walking down the streets of Burton-upon-Trent 30 years ago, Al Wall could smell different aspects of the beer brewing process through the day - but those moments are now few and far between.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Walking and typing is dangerous, but walking and talking like a maniac into my own recorder is merely antisocial.
From Slate • May 24, 2026
Walking around the campus at Carson High are the Tatum brothers, Johnny and Johnathon, and they’re potential stars in a surprising sport: cricket.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
Walking to the store, we fall into a comfortable silence.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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