Strolled: meaning, definitions and examples
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strolled
[ stroสld ]
past tense
Strolled is the simple past tense of stroll, which means to walk in a leisurely or relaxed manner. It suggests an aimless or unhurried pace, often for enjoyment or relaxation.
Synonyms
amused, meandered, walked, wandered.
Examples of usage
- She strolled through the park, enjoying the fresh air.
- They strolled along the beach at sunset.
- He strolled into the cafรฉ, looking for a quiet spot.
- After dinner, we strolled around the neighborhood.
Translations
Translations of the word "strolled" in other languages:
๐ต๐น passeou
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฎเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช spazierte
๐ฎ๐ฉ berjalan santai
๐บ๐ฆ ะณัะปัะฒ
๐ต๐ฑ spacerowaล
๐ฏ๐ต ใถใใถใๆญฉใใ
๐ซ๐ท se promenait
๐ช๐ธ paseรณ
๐น๐ท gezindi
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐ์ฑ ํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุฌูู
๐จ๐ฟ povalil
๐ธ๐ฐ prechรกdzal sa
๐จ๐ณ ้ฒ้
๐ธ๐ฎ sprehajal
๐ฎ๐ธ geng
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถาฏัะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแ แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ gษzdi
๐ฒ๐ฝ paseรณ
Etymology
The verb 'stroll' traces its origins back to the late 15th century, possibly derived from the Middle English term 'strollyn', which means to roll or tumble. This notion of rolling reflects the carefree movement often associated with strolling. The word is thought to have Dutch or perhaps Low German roots, with a similar term 'strolen', which means to roam or wander. Over time, 'stroll' evolved to signify a more relaxed, leisurely walking pace. This transition reflects a cultural shift towards valuing idle, leisurely pastimes, paralleling the rise of public parks and promenades in urban areas during the 18th and 19th centuries. The act of strolling became emblematic of leisure and social interaction, fostering community connections and enhancing the enjoyment of natural beauty.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,044, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 15041 neutralized
- 15042 replica
- 15043 schizophrenic
- 15044 strolled
- 15045 grooved
- 15046 adept
- 15047 numeric
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