strut

/strʌt/
noun
  1. A proud, confident way of walking.
    • I recognized his strut from across the street.
    • He walked with a confident strut that made everyone notice him.
    • The model's strut down the runway was full of attitude.
  2. A rod or bar that supports a structure, such as in a building, vehicle, or piece of furniture.
    • The mechanic replaced a damaged strut in the car's suspension system.
    • Steel struts hold up the roof of the stadium.
    • The shelf is reinforced with a metal strut to prevent sagging.
verb
  1. To walk in a proud, confident way, often with the chest out and head held high.
    • After winning the race, he strutted around the track, waving to the crowd.
    • The peacock strutted across the lawn, showing off its colorful feathers.
    • She strutted into the room like she owned the place.
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