English · Daily Life
walking the dog
/ˌwɔː.kɪŋ ðə ˈdɒɡ/
[/ˌwɔː.kɪŋ ðə ˈdɒɡ/]
exercising a pet
Beginnernoun
Definition
The activity of taking a dog outside on a lead for exercise.
Example
Walking the dog before breakfast had become his favourite quiet moment of the entire day.
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.