(intransitive, by extension, also figuratively) To walk haughtily or proudly with one's head held high.
Used in a Sentence
struting
Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for struting.
Editorial note
--- Edit: I'm not claiming that they're struting _this_ particular app as a badge of honor.
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Quick take
(intransitive, by extension, also figuratively) To walk haughtily or proudly with one's head held high.
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of struting gathered in one view.
(transitive, by extension) To walk across or on (a stage or other place) haughtily or proudly.
(intransitive) Of a peacock or other fowl: to stand or walk stiffly, with the tail erect and spread out.
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for struting.
verb
(intransitive, by extension, also figuratively) To walk haughtily or proudly with one's head held high.
verb
(transitive, by extension) To walk across or on (a stage or other place) haughtily or proudly.
verb
(intransitive) Of a peacock or other fowl: to stand or walk stiffly, with the tail erect and spread out.
noun
(also figuratively) A step or walk done stiffly and with the head held high, often due to haughtiness or pride; affected dignity in walking.
Example sentences
--- Edit: I'm not claiming that they're struting _this_ particular app as a badge of honor.
I meant struting _bad designs_ as a desirable outcome, placing "functionality" over "design".
Quote examples
I meant struting _bad designs_ as a desirable outcome, placing "functionality" over "design".
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use struting in a sentence?
--- Edit: I'm not claiming that they're struting _this_ particular app as a badge of honor.
What does struting mean?
(intransitive, by extension, also figuratively) To walk haughtily or proudly with one's head held high.
What part of speech is struting?
struting is commonly used as verb, noun.