# stroll

**Pronunciation:** strəʊl · STROHL

**Part of speech:** verb

## Meaning 1: when walking slowly

To walk in a slow, relaxed manner, especially for pleasure.

## Examples

- We decided to take a leisurely stroll through the park.
- He enjoys strolling along the riverbank after dinner.
- They were strolling hand-in-hand, enjoying the warm evening.

## Meaning 2: as a noun

A leisurely walk.

## Examples

- Let's go for a stroll in the park.
- The evening stroll was very relaxing.
- We took a short stroll before dinner.

## Synonyms

- walk — General term for moving on foot.
- amble — Walk slowly and relaxedly, often with no specific destination.
- saunter — Walk in a slow, relaxed manner, with a confident and unhurried air.
- perambulate — Formal term for walking or traveling around an area, often for inspection or pleasure.

## Antonyms

- run — Move at a speed faster than walking.
- hurry — Move or act with great speed.
- rush — Move with urgent haste.

## Common patterns

- stroll through — To walk slowly and relaxedly in a place. — We enjoyed a stroll through the ancient city streets.
- stroll along — To walk slowly and relaxedly beside something. — They decided to stroll along the river.
- stroll in — To walk slowly and relaxedly into a place. — He would often stroll in and out of the library.
- stroll down — To walk slowly and relaxedly along a street or path. — She likes to stroll down the main street on Saturday mornings.

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