Walking

Walking

/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

British term for hiking.

Example Sentences

""We're going walking in the Lake District this weekend." "Fancy a bit of walking in the Peak District?" "Hill walking is very popular in Scotland.""

Etymology & History

British hiking or easy task. British dual activity and easiness meaning. Hill walking British recreation. 'Walking it' = easy British. Reflects British outdoor and difficulty vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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