walking

UK: ˈwɔːkɪŋ | US: ˈwɔːkɪŋ

Definition

  1. n. the act of moving on foot at a regular pace

  2. adj. capable of walking or related to walking (e.g., "walking distance")

  3. gerund (v.) the present participle of "walk," indicating ongoing action

Structure
walk <to move on foot>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The root "walk" originates from Old English wealcan (to roll, toss) and wealcian (to curl up), later evolving in Middle English to walken (to move on foot). The "-ing" suffix, from Old English -ung or -ing, denotes action or result. Over time, "walking" shifted from a broader sense of movement to specifically describe pedestrian motion.

Examples

  1. She enjoys walking in the park every morning.

  2. Walking is a great form of low-impact exercise.

  3. The museum is within walking distance of the hotel.

  4. He was caught walking alone at midnight.

  5. Walking briskly can improve cardiovascular health.