traipse

UK: treɪps | US: treɪps

Definition
  1. vi. to walk or move wearily or aimlessly

  2. vt. to walk or travel about without a clear purpose

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Etymology

The word "traipse" first appeared in the late 16th century, possibly derived from dialectal English or Low German. Its exact roots are unclear, but it may be related to the Middle Dutch "trappen" (to tread) or the Old French "traper" (to trample). Over time, it evolved to describe wandering or trudging without direction, often with a connotation of exhaustion or reluctance.

Examples
  1. She traipsed through the muddy field after the long rain.

  2. The children traipsed around the mall for hours without buying anything.

  3. He traipsed up the stairs, too tired to care about the noise.

  4. We traipsed all over the city looking for the perfect café.

  5. Stop traipsing around the house and finish your homework!