toddle

[ˈtʰɑɾɫ̩]

UK: /ˈtɒdəl/

toddle

English Verb
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Definition

To walk unsteadily, as a small child does.

Etymology

Of unknown origin. Possibly a byform of totter.

Example Sentences

  • "There he was, just toddling along."
  • "So off we toddled, Marjorie, Holt, and I, in a growler, — spotted the crib in less than no time, — invited ourselves in by the kitchen window — house seemed empty."
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