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walking

n. uncountable
A1 Beginner US //ˈwɔkɪŋ// UK //wˈɔːkɪŋ// walk·ing

n. the activity of moving on foot for exercise or pleasure. You do this at a regular speed rather than running.

n. the act or pastime of travelling on foot at a moderate pace. Often functions as a gerund to describe a recreational activity.


SIMPLE

Walking is a great way to stay healthy.

CONTEXTUAL

They spent the entire weekend walking through the hills to enjoy the fresh air.

COMPLEX

While some prefer high-impact sports, others find that daily walking provides the necessary mental clarity and physical maintenance required for a balanced lifestyle.

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Etymology 1

From Middle English walkynge, walkinge, walkinde, walkende, walkand, walkande, from Old English wealcende (attested as Old English wealcendes), from Proto-Germanic walkandz, present participle of Proto-Germanic walkaną (“to roll, trample, walk”), equivalent to walk + -ing.

Etymology 2

From Middle English walkyng, walkinge, equivalent to walk + -ing.

Usage

Typically functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the activity in general.

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