Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

totter

verb

/ˈtɒt.ər/

Definition

To walk in an unsteady way, as if about to fall.

Examples

The toddler began to totter as she took her first steps.
After several cocktails, he started to totter home, struggling to maintain his balance.
The old man would totter down the street, leaning heavily on his cane.

Meaning

Totter implies moving in a shaky manner, often due to weakness or instability. It can refer to a physical wobble or a metaphorical sense of being unsteady in a situation.