light-footed

adjective

light-foot·​ed ˈlīt-ˌfu̇-təd How to pronounce light-footed (audio)
variants or less commonly light-foot
ˈlīt-ˌfu̇t How to pronounce light-footed (audio)
Synonyms of light-footednext
1
: having a light and springy step
2
: moving gracefully and nimbly
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of light-footed was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near light-footed

light-fingered

light-footed

lightful

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“Light-footed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/light-footed. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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light-footed

adjective
light-foot·​ed
-ˈfu̇t-əd
: having a light and springy step or movement

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