mosey
Use Mosey in a sentence
zi verb (used without object), mo·seyed, mo·sey·ing. Informal.
1.
to wander or shuffle about leisurely; stroll; saunter (often followed by along, about, etc.).
2.
to leave quickly; decamp.
Origin:
1820–30, Americanism; origin uncertain
1820–30, Americanism; origin uncertain
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| —vb (often foll by along | |
| informal to walk in a leisurely manner; amble | |
| [C19: origin unknown] | |
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Mosey
is always a great word to know.
So is flibbertigibbet. Does it mean:
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
Etymonline
Word Origin & History
mosey
1829, Amer.Eng. slang, of unknown origin, perhaps related to British dial. mose about "go around in a dull, stupid way." Or perhaps from Sp. vamos (see vamoose). Related: Moseyed; moseying.
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Example sentences
Mosey along the scenic highway through the park and pick up litter before the summer crowds begin whizzing by.
As kangaroos mosey along at low speeds, they walk, using their tail as a fifth limb.
Learn about your subterranean surroundings as you mosey down the river.
While you wait for your meal to arrive, you can mosey around the downstairs craft shop and stock up on quality souvenirs.
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