1. the patterns of movement or ways of walking, running, or moving of a person or animal

Examples

• The horse trainer studied the different gaits of the thoroughbred.
• Physical therapy helped improve her walking gait after the injury.
• Dogs have several natural gaits including walking, trotting, and galloping.
• The elderly man’s unsteady gait concerned his family.
• Runners often analyze their gaits to prevent injuries.
• The mare switched between different gaits during the dressage competition.