Traipsing Meaning in English
word · lemma: traipse
释义
Walking or moving around casually or aimlessly, often for a long time and with a sense that it is tiring or unproductive.
用法与细微差别
Informal, sometimes mildly negative, suggesting aimlessness or lack of purpose. Common in British and American English, often used for children or people wandering with no clear destination. Not as neutral as 'walk' or 'stroll'; implies some tiredness, futility, or annoyance.
例句
We spent the whole afternoon traipsing around the city.
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She came home tired after traipsing through the mall for hours.
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The kids were traipsing muddy shoes through the house.
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I've been traipsing all over town looking for that book, and I still can't find it.
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Stop traipsing in and out—you're letting all the cold air in!
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We ended up traipsing through the rain because there were no taxis.
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