Gadit

Stride

Definitions (2)
1verbTo walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction.
She strode across the room with confidence.
He strides to work every morning, enjoying the fresh air.
The athlete strode towards the finish line, determined to win.
2nounA long step or the distance covered by such a step.
His stride was so long that he reached the door in just a few steps.
The horse's stride was smooth and powerful.
She measured the room by counting her strides.
Idioms & expressions
take in stride, To deal with something difficult or unpleasant in a calm and accepting way.
Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
strīdan
Originally meant
to stride, to walk
Background
The word 'stride' has been used in English since the Old English period, derived from the word 'strīdan', which means to walk or step with long strides. It has retained its core meaning over the centuries, emphasizing confident and purposeful walking.