gait Definition
- 1a person's manner of walking
- 2the pattern of steps of a horse or other four-legged animal
Using gait: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gait" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He walked with a slow, steady gait.
Example
The horse had a smooth and graceful gait.
Example
Her unsteady gait suggested that she was injured.
Example
The doctor observed the patient's gait to assess their mobility.
gait Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with gait
Example
It took me a while to get into the swing of things when I started my new job, but now I feel comfortable.
to behave in a way that is intended to impress others, often by pretending to be more important or knowledgeable than one actually is
Example
She always puts on airs when she's around her boss, but it's obvious that she doesn't really know what she's talking about.
Example
After a few weeks on the job, I finally hit my stride and started producing high-quality work.
Origins of gait
from Old Norse 'gata', meaning 'way or path'
Summary: gait in Brief
'Gait' [geɪt] refers to the way a person or animal walks, such as 'He walked with a slow, steady gait.' It can also refer to the pattern of steps of a four-legged animal. Phrases like 'get into the swing of things' and 'put on airs' are unrelated idioms. 'Hit one's stride' means to perform at one's best, as in 'After a few weeks on the job, I finally hit my stride.'
