Meaning of the word jaunt in English

What does jaunt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jaunt

US /dʒɑːnt/
UK /dʒɔːnt/

Noun

a short excursion or journey for pleasure

Example:
They went on a leisurely jaunt through the countryside.
A quick jaunt to the market for fresh produce.

Verb

to make a short excursion or journey for pleasure

Example:
We decided to jaunt over to the coast for the weekend.
She would often jaunt around the city on her bicycle.