Meaning of the word "heavy footed" in English
What does "heavy footed" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
heavy footed
US /ˈhev.i ˈfʊt.ɪd/
UK /ˈhev.i ˈfʊt.ɪd/
Adjective
1.
walking or moving in a way that makes a lot of noise or shakes the ground
Example:
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The elephant was surprisingly quiet for such a heavy-footed animal.
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His heavy-footed steps echoed through the empty hallway.
2.
having a tendency to press too hard on the accelerator pedal of a vehicle, leading to fast driving and high fuel consumption
Example:
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He's a bit heavy-footed, so his car always uses a lot of gas.
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Driving with a heavy foot can be dangerous and expensive.
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