Loping: meaning, definitions and examples

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loping

 

[ หˆloสŠpษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

running fast

Loping refers to a particular style of running that is characterized by a long, bounding stride. It's often used to describe a relaxed and efficient way of moving, usually seen in animals like horses or certain types of game. In a more informal sense, it can also describe a person running or moving in an easy-going manner, rather than sprinting or running in a hurried fashion.

Synonyms

ambling, bounding, galloping, jogging, running.

Examples of usage

  • The horse was loping gracefully across the field.
  • He was loping down the trail, enjoying the scenery.
  • She knows how to pace herself, often loping instead of sprinting.
  • The dog was loping beside his owner during their run.

Translations

Translations of the word "loping" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น laรงada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‚เคชเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schleife

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ looping

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั‚ะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pฤ™tla

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒซใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท boucle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bucle

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถngรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฃจํ”„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู„ู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smyฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ smyฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅพช็Žฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zanka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lykkja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั†ะธะบะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ˜แƒ™แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถngษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bucle

Etymology

The term 'loping' originates from the mid-19th century, derived from the verb 'lope', which itself can be traced back to the early 19th century. Its roots may be connected to a blend of the word 'leap' and regional dialects describing a kind of flowing motion. The essence of loping captures not merely the action of running but the grace and ease with which it can be performed. In a broader sense, the usage of 'lope' has often been associated with the natural, rhythmic movement of animals in contrast to more abrupt or hurried forms of locomotion. Equally, loping embodies a sense of freedom and leisure, suggesting a harmonious relationship with the surrounding environment.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,135 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.