galloping

When horses are galloping, they are moving as fast as they can. They can gallop at speeds of up to 30 miles per hour.

  • The horses were galloping quickly across the field.

  • The horses were galloping quickly around the track.

Definition of galloping

verb

(of a horse, etc) To run at a gallop.

verb

To ride at a galloping pace.

verb

To cause to gallop.

verb

To make electrical or other utility lines sway and/or move up and down violently, usually due to a combination of high winds and ice accrual on the lines.

verb

To run very fast.

verb

To go rapidly or carelessly, as in making a hasty examination.

verb

(of an infection, especially pneumonia) To progress rapidly through the body.

noun

Movement at a gallop.

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