lollop

/'lɔləp/
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lollop

The puppy lollops across the grassy field.

Definition

Verb: 1. To move in a clumsy, loose, and bouncing manner: The verb "lollop" describes a way of walking or running that is awkward, ungainly, and characterized by a heavy, rolling, or bouncing motion. It often implies a lack of grace or control.

Usage

"Lollop" is used to describe the movement of a person or a large animal. It often conveys a sense of awkward, relaxed, or uncontrolled energy. It is more common in British English and has a slightly informal tone.

Examples
Advanced Usage
  • Descriptive Adverbs: "Lollop" is often modified by adverbs that emphasize its clumsy or carefree nature.
    • The bear lolloped clumsily through the undergrowth.
    • The puppies lolloped playfully around the garden.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lolloping (adj): Used to describe something that moves in this way.
    • We watched the lolloping gait of the young giraffe.
Synonyms
  • Lumber: To move in a slow, heavy, awkward way.
  • Shamble: To walk in a slow, lazy, or awkward manner, without lifting the feet properly.
  • Bounce: To move up and down repeatedly (can imply more energy and less clumsiness than "lollop").
Antonyms
  • Glide: To move smoothly and continuously.
  • Strut: To walk in a proud, confident way.
  • March: To walk with regular, measured steps.
lollop

The puppy lollops across the grassy field.

Verb
  1. walk clumsily and with a bounce