verb
noun
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a leisurely pace or stroll
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a leisurely old-time dance
Other Word Forms
- saunterer noun
Etymology
Origin of saunter
First recorded in 1660–70; of uncertain origin
Example Sentences
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They talked some more, before the group sauntered casually towards the lobby's automatic doors.
From BBC
Everyone else took their seats and a moment later a man who I could only assume was Professor O’Reilly sauntered into the room.
From Literature
Duane sauntered over to the mouth of his cave and snapped off a hanging icicle for breakfast.
From Literature
He winked at Jeremy, then sauntered out the back door, singing some old song about rhubarb.
From Literature
She saunters to the seat across from Pua and me before realizing that Leo is alone, looking glum.
From Literature
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