Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shanks-mare
noun
/ʃæŋks mɛr/
Definition
The legs or feet of a person; walking or going by foot.
Examples
- After missing the bus, I had to resort to shanks-mare to get to the meeting on time.
- Many people in the city prefer shanks-mare for short distances instead of driving.
- We decided to explore the park on shanks-mare, enjoying the scenery along the way.
Meaning
An informal term referring to the act of walking, emphasizing the use of one’s own legs as a means of transport.
Synonyms
- walking
- foot travel
- pedestrianism
