gait
1 synonym for gait, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person's particular manner or pattern of walking.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Etymology
From an old use of "gate" meaning "way" or "manner" — the same root that gives us the word "gate" itself.
Full origin of gait →Frequently asked questions
What does “gait” mean?
The word “gait” means a person's particular manner or pattern of walking. In plain terms, the way someone or something (especially a horse) walks or moves.
How do you pronounce “gait”?
“Gait” is pronounced gayt (/ɡeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “gait” in a sentence?
Here is “gait” used in a sentence: “You could recognize him from a distance just by his gait.”
What part of speech is “gait”?
“Gait” is a noun.
How many meanings does “gait” have?
“Gait” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person's particular manner or pattern of walking.
