ajog

A horse moves at an ajog along the forest path.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • At a jogging pace: "ajog" describes the manner of moving at a slow, steady trot or jog, typically used for a horse or a person moving in that particular gait.
   • In a jogging motion: It indicates that the action is performed with the characteristic rhythm and speed of a jog.

Usage Examples

• (The horse travelled at a slow, steady trot.)
• (She began moving in a jogging manner.)

Advanced Usage

• "to go ajog": to adopt a jogging pace.

  • The rider commanded the horse to go ajog for the next mile. (The rider instructed the horse to trot steadily.)

• "to be ajog": to be in the state of moving at a jog.

  • The procession was ajog through the village. (The group was moving at a slow trot.)

Variants and Related Words

• Jog (n/v): a slow, steady run or trot.

  • He went for a jog in the park. (He ran at a slow, steady pace.)

• Jogging (n): the activity of running at a steady, gentle pace.

  • Jogging is a popular form of exercise. (Running at a steady pace for fitness.)

Synonyms

• Trotting: moving at a pace faster than walking but slower than running.
• Loping: moving with a long, easy stride (slightly faster than a jog).

Phrasal Verbs

Related Idioms

• "To keep ajog": to maintain a steady, unhurried pace.
  • They kept ajog despite the steep hill. (They continued at a jogging pace without accelerating or stopping.)