gaiting
/ˈɡeɪtɪŋ/
noun
- The way a horse or other animal moves its legs when walking, trotting, or running; the pattern of footfalls.
- Different breeds have different natural gaiting styles.
- She studied the gaiting of the dogs to identify which one was limping.
- The trainer focused on the horse's gaiting to improve its performance.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to the manner of walking or moving on foot.
- The physical therapist analyzed the patient's gaiting cycle.
- The gaiting pattern of the robot was smooth and efficient.
- He noticed a strange gaiting motion in the injured deer.