Associations to the word «Afoot»

Wiktionary

AFOOT, adverb. On foot. (means of locomotion, walking)
AFOOT, adverb. On foot. (support of the body, standing)
AFOOT, adverb. In motion; in action; astir; stirring; in progress.

Dictionary definition

AFOOT, adverb. On foot; walking; "they went to the village afoot"; "quail are hunted either afoot or on horseback".
AFOOT, adjective. Traveling by foot; "she was afoot when I saw her this morning".
AFOOT, adjective. Currently in progress; "there is mischief afoot"; "plans are afoot"; "preparations for the trial are underway".

Wise words

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