toddle

[ˈtɑːdl]

toddle Definition

to walk with short, unsteady steps, like a young child.

Using toddle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "toddle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The little girl toddled across the room towards her mother.

  • Example

    He was so drunk that he could barely toddle home.

  • Example

    The toddler toddled around the playground, exploring everything.

  • Example

    She toddled over to the couch and climbed up onto it.

toddle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for toddle

Phrases with toddle

  • a young child who is just learning to walk

    Example

    The playground was full of toddlers playing on the swings and slides.

  • to leave a place in a leisurely or unhurried manner

    Example

    I think I'll toddle off to bed now. Goodnight!

  • to walk in a relaxed or unhurried way

    Example

    We decided to toddle along the beach and enjoy the sunset.

Origins of toddle

from Middle English 'todlen', meaning 'to totter'

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Summary: toddle in Brief

The verb 'toddle' [ˈtɑːdl] means to walk with short, unsteady steps, like a young child. It is often used to describe the movements of toddlers, as in 'The little girl toddled across the room towards her mother.' 'Toddle' can also be used in phrases like 'toddle off,' meaning to leave a place in a leisurely or unhurried manner.