"Waddling" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Waddling" Meaning

To walk with an unsteady, awkward gait, typically because one's feet feel clumsy or one's legs are shaking with fear or annoyance.

Example: "The baby began to waddle because she couldn't stand up without holding onto something."

It can also refer to the movement of a duck or other bird when it is walking on land.

"Waddling" Examples

Usage examples of the word "waddling":

1. Humor:
- "The comedian's waddling onto stage was a great opening move."
2. Animal movement:
- "The little penguin looked adorable waddling across the iceberg."
3. Medical condition:
- "After the accident, she began waddling around with difficulty due to her broken ankle."
4. Idiomatic expression:
- "He's been doing well since his weight loss; no longer waddling around with so much extra bulk."
5. Lighthearted criticism:
- "You look a bit messy, do you want to recreate your outfit or are you waddling around like this all day?"