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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He winked at Jeremy, then sauntered out the back door, singing some old song about rhubarb.
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She saunters to the seat across from Pua and me before realizing that Leo is alone, looking glum.
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And then, as if on cue, Tuna saunters into the room and jumps up onto the bed.
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I couldn’t just saunter up to the door of these refined Philadelphians and ask to have tea with the Maple Tree.
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My eyes go to Autumn’s hiding spot, but Tano turns and saunters in that direction.
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