stroll

[strohl]

verb (used without object)

1. to walk leisurely as inclination directs; ramble; saunter; take a walk.

   to stroll along the beach.

   Synonyms: meander, stray

2. to wander or rove from place to place; roam.

   strolling troubadours.

verb (used with object)

1. to saunter along or through.

   to stroll the countryside.

noun

1. a leisurely walk; ramble; saunter.

   a short stroll before supper.

   Synonyms: promenade

stroll

/ strəʊl /

verb

1. to walk about in a leisurely manner

2. (intr) to wander from place to place

noun

1. a leisurely walk

Word History and Origins

Origin of stroll¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; of uncertain origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of stroll¹

C17: probably from dialect German strollen, of obscure origin; compare German Strolch tramp

Example Sentences

As is the case for almost all their foreign assignments, other than a pre-match stroll on matchday, all Wales' players and staff will see of this country is a hotel, a stadium and an airport.

From BBC

Liverpool were heavy favourites to retain the Premier League crown this season from the moment they won their 20th title at a stroll in the spring.

From BBC

The Mariners' shirt he is wearing on his stroll through the town centre might also give away his allegiances.

From BBC

But we do know that police do not walk around openly holding their guns, and certainly do not stroll with rifles.

From Los Angeles Times

Still some strolling Rodeo Drive this week were taken aback by the president’s comments.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• amble 
• cruise 
• drift 
• mope 
• mosey 
• ramble 
• roam 
• sashay 
• saunter 
• traipse 
• tramp 
• wander