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to trot
01
to run faster than a walk but slower than a full sprint
Intransitive: to trot | to trot somewhere
Example
Trying to catch the bus, she trotted down the street, hoping to make it to the stop in time.
The fitness enthusiast trotted around the park as part of their daily jogging routine.
The children excitedly trotted to the ice cream truck when they heard the familiar jingle.
02
(of a horse or other animals) to move at a speed faster than a walk and slower than a canter
Intransitive
Example
The horse trotted gracefully around the arena, its hooves making a rhythmic sound.
As the riders approached, the carriage horses began to trot along the scenic path.
The dog eagerly trotted beside its owner during their morning walk in the park.
03
to make a person or animal move briskly at a moderate pace with short steps
Transitive: to trot an animal
Example
The dog trainer used a combination of voice commands and gestures to trot the well-trained canine.
The shepherd skillfully trotted the sheep towards the grazing field.
During the riding lesson, the instructor taught the beginners how to trot their horses.
Trot
01
a slow pace of running
02
(of a horse or similar animals) a stride faster than a walk and slower than a canter
03
a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly)

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