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Meaning of canter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

canter

Pronunciation:/ˈkæntə(ɹ)/

noun

Definitions

  1. A gait of a horse between a trot and a gallop, consisting of three beats and a "suspension" phase, where there are no feet on the ground. Also describing this gait on other four legged animals.

  2. A ride on a horse at such speed.

verb

Definitions

  1. To move at such pace.

  2. To cause to move at a canter; to ride (a horse) at a canter.

canter

Pronunciation:/ˈkæntə(ɹ)/

noun

Definitions

  1. One who cants or whines; a beggar.

  2. One who makes hypocritical pretensions to goodness; one who uses canting language.