Ambulative

/ˈæmbjuleɪtɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving the act of walking or movement from one place to another.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'ambulare' (to walk) with the suffix '-ive' meaning 'tending to' or 'relating to.' This creates an adjective form that describes things that move or promote movement.

Kelly Says

This word captures something beautiful about humans—our 'ambulative nature' is actually what separated us from other primates millions of years ago, since our ability to walk upright on two legs freed our hands for tools and exploration.

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