Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
toddle
verb
/ˈtɒd.əl/
Definition
To walk unsteadily, often used to describe the way young children walk as they are learning to walk.
Examples
The child began to toddle across the living room, giggling with delight.
As soon as she learned to toddle, her parents had to watch her closely.
He could toddle for a few steps before falling onto the soft carpet.
Meaning
The term ‘toddle’ refers to the manner of walking characterized by an unsteady, bouncing, or awkward gait, typical of toddlers who are just beginning to walk independently.
Synonyms
- amble
- waddle
- stagger
