Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trots
verb
/trɒts/
Definition
A fast, diagonal gait of a horse or a similar movement of an animal.
Examples
- The horse trots gracefully around the arena.
- He trotted down the path, eager to reach his friend.
- The dog trots beside its owner during their morning walk.
Meaning
In this context, ‘trots’ refers to a specific way that some animals, particularly horses, move when they run at a moderate pace, characterized by a diagonal motion of their legs.
Synonyms
- gallops
- runs
- jogs
