Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tripping
verb
/ˈtrɪpɪŋ/
Definition
The act of stumbling or losing one’s balance while walking or running.
Examples
- She was tripping over her own shoelaces while trying to run.
- The children were tripping in the park, playing games and laughing.
- He thought he saw something in the shadows and tripped in surprise.
Meaning
Tripping generally refers to the moment when a person unexpectedly catches their foot on an object or surface, causing them to fall or wobble. It can also denote playful or carefree behavior, like ‘tripping on life.’
Synonyms
- stumbling
- falling
- tumbling
- faltering
