walkist

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

walk +‎ -ist

Noun[edit]

walkist (plural walkists)

  1. (dated) A competitive walker; one taking part in the sport of pedestrianism.
    • 1873, Robert F. Speir, Going South for the Winter: With Hints to Consumptives, page 216:
      Of course, prudence must be exercised in walking; consumptive invalids should indulge moderately, and not go into "training" for walkists.
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