First Known Use: 1809
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1lope
noun \ˈlōp\
Definition of LOPE
1
: an easy natural gait of a horse resembling a canter
2
: an easy usually bounding gait capable of being sustained for a long time
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Origin of LOPE
Middle English loup, lope leap, probably from Old Norse hlaup; akin to Old English hlēapan to leap — more at leap
2lope
verb
: to run in a relaxed way with long strides
lopedlop·ing
Full Definition of LOPE
intransitive verb
: to move or ride at a lope
— lop·er noun
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First Known Use of LOPE
circa 1825
LOPE Defined for Kids
1lope
noun \ˈlōp\
Definition of LOPE for Kids
: an effortless way of moving with long smooth steps
2lope
verb
lopedlop·ing
Definition of LOPE for Kids
: to go or run in an effortless way with long smooth steps
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