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Meaning of Walk
The primary meaning of the word "walk" is to move at a moderate pace on foot.
Definitions
- To move at a moderate pace on foot, as a form of exercise, recreation, or transportation
- To take a course or path, either physically or metaphorically
- To accompany or escort someone, typically by walking beside them
- To operate or function in a particular way, often in a mechanical or technological sense
Etymology of Walk
The word "walk" originates from Old English "wealcan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "waulk", meaning to full or thicken cloth by beating or treading
The Old English term is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "walkiz", which is also the source of the Modern German word "walken", meaning to walk or full cloth
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to include various connotations and applications
Example Uses
- I will walk to the store to buy some milk
- The dog needs to walk every morning to stay healthy
- She will walk the red carpet at the movie premiere
- The company will walk a fine line between profit and social responsibility