walking the dog (/ˌwɔː.kɪŋ ðə ˈdɒɡ/)
noun · Beginner · Daily Life
🔊 /ˌwɔː.kɪŋ ðə ˈdɒɡ/
Meaning
Meaning: exercising a pet
The activity of taking a dog outside on a lead for exercise.
Examples
🗣 Walking the dog before breakfast had become his favourite quiet moment of the entire day.
Etymology
Combines ‘walk’ (Old English ‘wealcan’) with ‘dog’ (Old English ‘docga’).
How & Where It’s Used
A daily routine for dog owners, good exercise for both pet and owner.
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Tags: animals, exercise