trot
9 synonyms for trot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pace faster than a walk but slower than a run, especially for a horse.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A pace faster than a walk but slower than a run, especially for a horse.
“The horse broke into a trot as it left the stable.”
How to use trot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
break into a trot
trot along
trot off
Etymology
From Old French trotter, from Frankish trottōn, ultimately from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "to tread" — a doublet of "tread."
Full origin of trot →Frequently asked questions
What does “trot” mean?
The word “trot” means a pace faster than a walk but slower than a run, especially for a horse. In plain terms, a brisk pace between walking and running, or to move at that pace.
How do you pronounce “trot”?
“Trot” is pronounced trot (/tɹɑt/ in IPA).
How do you use “trot” in a sentence?
Here is “trot” used in a sentence: “The horse broke into a trot as it left the stable.”
What is another word for “trot”?
Words with a similar meaning to “trot” include run, jog and pace.
What part of speech is “trot”?
Depending on how it is used, “trot” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “trot” come from?
The word “trot” comes from Old French. From Old French trotter, from Frankish trottōn, ultimately from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "to tread" — a doublet of "tread.".
Is “trot” a common word?
“Trot” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “trot” have?
“Trot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a pace faster than a walk but slower than a run, especially for a horse.
