# traipse

> English word · Verb · IPA /tɹeɪps/

## Definitions
1. To walk in a messy or unattractively casual way; to trail through dirt.
2. To walk about, especially when expending much effort, or unnecessary effort.
3. To travel with purpose; usually a significant or tedious amount.
4. To walk (a distance or journey) wearily or with effort
5. to walk about or over (a place) aimlessly or insouciantly.

## Etymology
Likely from French trépasser (“pass over or beyond”).

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/traipse