noun
traipsing
noun
1
The act of walking somewhere slowly or wearily, often unwillingly.
"After hours of traipsing around the mall, she finally found the right shoes."
How to Use Traipsing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTrudging around somewhere, usually with a hint of tiredness or reluctance.
When to use it
Informal and often used with a mildly weary or exasperated tone.
Word Forms
traipsings plural
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