26984 words

trek

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
to walk a long distance, usually over land such as hills, mountains, or forests:

Examples:

We spent the day trekking through forests and over mountains.
informal I trekked (= walked a long and tiring distance) all the way into town to meet him and he didn't even turn up.
2
a long walk over land such as hills, mountains, or forests:

Examples:

We did an eight-hour trek yesterday.
3
a walk that is long and difficult or makes you feel very tired:

Examples:

You can walk to town from here, but it's quite a trek.
4
to walk a long way or with some difficulty:

Examples:

Many people trekked for miles to reach safety.

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