stride

²stride

noun

Definition of STRIDE

1

a : a cycle of locomotor movements (as of a horse) completed when the feet regain the initial relative positions; also : the distance traversed in a stride b : the most effective natural pace : maximum competence or capability —often used in the phrase hit one's stride

2

: a long step

3

: an act of striding

4

: a stage of progress : advance <made great strides toward their goal>

5

: a manner of striding

6

: stride piano

— in stride

1

: without interference with regular activities

2

: without emotional reaction <took the news in stride>

Examples of STRIDE

1. She crossed the room in only a few strides.
2. He was standing only a few strides away from me.
3. He has a distinctive bouncy stride.
4. She entered the room with a confident stride.

First Known Use of STRIDE

before 12th century

Other Equestrian Terms

canter, cantle, curry, farrier, hunter, paddock, router, skirt, tack