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Shambling Definition & Meaning

shambling
noun
  1. walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet; "from his shambling I assumed he was very old"

"Shambling" in song lyrics

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  • "definition shambling"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does shambling mean?
walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet; "from his shambling I assumed he was very old"
What part of speech is shambling?
Shambling is a noun.

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