canter

noun
UK: /ˈkæntər/
US: /ˈkæntər/

  1. A slow, easy pace of a horse, similar to a trot but smoother and slower.

    1. The horse moved into a gentle canter.
    2. They enjoyed a relaxing canter along the beach at sunset, feeling the breeze.

Synonyms

amble lope trot
canter verb

  1. To ride a horse at a canter.

    1. We canter along the path.
    2. The riders canter across the field, enjoying the open space and fresh air.

  2. To move or proceed in a relaxed or leisurely way.

    1. He canter through his tasks.
    2. She cantered through the presentation, clearly unprepared and lacking confidence.
canter adjective

  1. A pace faster than a trot, but slower than a gallop.

    1. The horses kept a canter pace.
    2. During the drill, the trainers asked the riders to change from trot to a canter gait.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "canter" is /ˈkæntər/ in British English and /ˈkæntər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "canter": amble, lope, trot.

Example usage of "canter": "The horse moved into a gentle canter.". More examples on the page.