amble

Meanings

• verb

  walk at a leisurely pace, typically in the countryside

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæm.bəl/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

saunter

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with amble
tumble , rumble , grumble , stumble

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Homophones

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1. amble (Scots) : a small stream
   

2. amble (obsolete) : a kind of ship
   

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Variants

List of all variants of amble that leads to same result
amble , ambled , ambler , amblers , ambles , ambling

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Forms

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ambles, ambling

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Etymology

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Old French ambler, from amblier to walk, from ambulare, from ambul- in ambulare, from ambulare to walk about, from ambul- ambulate, from ambul- about + l- iterative suffix

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Trivia

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1. The word 'amble' comes from the Old French word 'ambler', meaning 'to walk'.

2. The term 'amble' is often used in horse racing to describe a horse's gait, specifically a steady, four-beat gait.

3. In some parts of Scotland, the word 'amble' is used to describe a small stream or brook.

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Related Concepts

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1. stroll: A leisurely walk, similar to an amble, but often implies a more casual or aimless pace.

2. saunter: A leisurely walk, often with a suggestion of lounging or dawdling.

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Culture

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In literature, 'amble' is often used to describe a leisurely journey or a leisurely walk, allowing the characters to observe their surroundings and reflect on their experiences. For example, in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, Scout describes her family's journey from Maycomb to their cabin in the woods as an 'amble'. In art, 'amble' can refer to a leisurely or contemplative style, such as the 'amble' of a river or the 'amble' of a tree in a painting. In music, 'amble' can refer to a slow, leisurely rhythm.

How to Memorize "amble"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine walking in the countryside, taking your time to observe the scenery around you. Visualize the feeling of the cool breeze on your face and the sound of birds singing in the distance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'amble' with the feeling of taking a leisurely walk and enjoying the scenery around you.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'An Ambling Adventure' to help you remember the meaning of 'amble' as a leisurely walk.

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