Run-walk

noun, verb

noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternating locomotion by the legs in such a fashion that the share of walking is greater than that of running. uncommon
Verb
  1. 1
    To walk and run alternatingly in such a fashion that the share of walking is greater. uncommon

Etymology

From run + walk. Independently invented by fictionists and sportsmen.

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