Lope
Verb
Definition: To move along with long, bounding strides.
Definition: To run or move with a steady, rhythmic gait.
Synonyms: Stride, Bound, Gallop, Run
Antonyms: Crawl, Tiptoe, Walk
Examples:
- The cheetah loped gracefully across the savanna.
- He watched the horse lope towards the finish line.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine a person or animal moving effortlessly and swiftly with long strides, resembling a lope.
- Think of a gazelle bounding through the grasslands.
Etymology:
Origin:
Lope originates from the Old Norse word "hlaupa" meaning 'to leap'.
Historical Usage:The word has been used since Middle English to describe a specific type of movement that combines running and leaping.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"In full lope"
Explanation:Refers to running or moving at a fast pace, often with great enthusiasm or energy.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'lope' with 'gallop'.
Explanation:While both words describe a type of movement, a lope typically refers to a more relaxed and rhythmic gait, whereas a gallop is a faster and more intense running motion.