amble
noun C2
Plain meaning
to walk slowly and without hurry
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe to walk slowly and without hurry, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned amble as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines amble in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear ambleevidence of amblewidespread amble
Watch out
Do not use “amble” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.