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Meaning of moseyed
The primary meaning of the word "moseyed" is to walk or move slowly and casually.
Etymology of moseyed
The word "moseyed" is derived from the verb "mosey," which originated in the mid-19th century in the United States
The term is thought to have come from the Spanish word "mozar," meaning "to loiter" or "to wander"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a slow and casual pace, often in a rural or western context
Synonyms
ambled
strolled
sauntered
wandered
roamed
meandered
lingered
loitered
dawdled
tarried
delayed
hesitated
faltered
stumbled
staggered
tottered
plodded
trudged
traipsed
shuffled
shuffled along
walked slowly
moved slowly
proceeded slowly
advanced slowly
made one's way
walked leisurely
promenaded
paraded
Definitions
- To walk or move slowly and casually, often in a relaxed or aimless way
- * To proceed or move at a leisurely pace, without hurry or urgency
Usage Examples
- The cowboy moseyed into town, his horse's hooves kicking up dust on the main street
- * After lunch, we moseyed along the beach, enjoying the warm sun and cool breeze
- * The tourists moseyed through the museum, taking their time to admire the artwork on display