saunter

[ sawn-ter, sahn- ]

verb (used without object)

1. to walk with a leisurely gait; stroll:

   sauntering through the woods.

   Synonyms: meander, ramble, amble

noun

1. a leisurely walk or ramble; stroll.

   Synonyms: meander, ramble, amble

2. a leisurely gait.

   Synonyms: meander, ramble, amble

saunter

/ ˈsɔːntə /

verb

1. to walk in a casual manner; stroll

noun

1. a leisurely pace or stroll
2. a leisurely old-time dance

Derived Forms

• ˈsaunterer, noun

Other Words From

• saunter·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of saunter¹

First recorded in 1660–70; of uncertain origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of saunter¹

C17 (meaning: to wander aimlessly), C15 (to muse): of obscure origin