Meaning & use
prancing
Moving with high, springy steps, often to show off or express excitement; present participle of prance.
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The colt went prancing around the paddock in the crisp morning air.
The children came prancing into the room, thrilled about the surprise party.
A note on using this word
Prancing is typically used for horses moving high-spiritedly, or figuratively for people walking with showy confidence.
Words with a similar meaning
struttingfrolicking
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