canter
Translation
to canter
Examples
The horse cantered across the field.
The horse cantered across the field.
Grammar Patterns
to canter ((across/down/along sth.)) to move at a canter The horse cantered across the field.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gallop (faster), trot (slower), jog
Etymology
A shortening of 'Canterbury gallop', the easy pace of medieval pilgrims riding to Canterbury.
Memory Tips
Think of pilgrims going to 'Canter'-bury. They used a gentle 'canter' so as not to tire their horses. Also used as a noun.