Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

feet-shuffle

verb
/fiːt ˈʃʌf.əl/
Definition
A light, shuffling movement of the feet, often used to describe a way of walking that is characterized by dragging or sliding the feet instead of lifting them.
Examples
  • After a long day at work, I was too tired to lift my feet properly and ended up doing a little feet-shuffle to the door.
  • The children were playing in the yard, moving around with a happy feet-shuffle as they chased each other.
Meaning
Feet-shuffle refers to a manner of walking where the feet are dragged along the ground, often creating a sound as they move. It may indicate fatigue, casualness, or a playful attitude.
Synonyms
  • shuffle
  • drag
  • shamble