Where does “sauntering” come from?
Sauntering derives from Middle English santren, of uncertain origin and meaning.
sauntering (English): present participle of saunter; A casual stroll
Definitions
- present participle of saunter; A casual stroll
Ancestry of “sauntering”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | English | saunter | To stroll, or walk at a leisurely pace; A... |
| 2 | Middle English | santren | — |
Words derived from “sauntering”