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Definition of saunter

saunter

/ˈsɔːn.tɚ/
saun · ter
Plural:saunters
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Past Simple:sauntered
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Past Participle:sauntered
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Present Participle:sauntering
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• verb

1

To walk in a slow, relaxed, and unhurried manner, without effort or apparent urgency.

Example

"The tourists sauntered through the cobblestone streets, stopping occasionally to admire the historic architecture."

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• noun

1

A leisurely, relaxed walk or stroll, or an unhurried gait.

Example

"We took a pleasant afternoon saunter along the riverbank."

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• Rhymes for saunter

• Nearby Words

sauk river
saul
sauna
saunter
saupe
sauromatum
saury

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating to the late 15th century in the sense 'to muse or be in a reverie', the word derives from Middle English santren, of uncertain origin, possibly from Anglo-Norman sauntrer ('to adventure oneself').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Saunter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/saunter
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