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stroll

American  
[strohl] / stroʊl /

verb (used without object)

  1. to walk leisurely as inclination directs; ramble; saunter; take a walk.

    to stroll along the beach.
    Synonyms:
    meander, stray

  2. to wander or rove from place to place; roam.

    strolling troubadours.

verb (used with object)

  1. to saunter along or through.

    to stroll the countryside.

noun

  1. a leisurely walk; ramble; saunter.

    a short stroll before supper.
    Synonyms:
    promenade
stroll British  
/ strəʊl /

verb

  1. to walk about in a leisurely manner

  2. (intr) to wander from place to place

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. a leisurely walk

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of stroll

First recorded in 1595–1605; of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

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I strolled to watch the stage being set up.

From Literature

Soon I was another fierce 10,000 stepper, marching in silent competition not only with fellow ringbearers, but also with normal people enjoying an afternoon stroll.

From The Wall Street Journal

We made a date to grab coffee at Grand Central and then stroll.

From Los Angeles Times

Go for the sea views and breakwater strolls, as well as a sophisticated crafts market.

From The Wall Street Journal

After his interview, Bovino and three Border Patrol agents strolled into the greenroom to grab some homemade cookies while I sat on a couch.

From Los Angeles Times

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