Pronunciation: [tɹˈɒtɪd] (IPA) 
The word "trotted" is spelled with the letter combination "-ot-" pronounced as /ɒt/. The "t" at the end of the word is silent, implying that the word ends with the /ɒ/ vowel sound in IPA. This word means to run at a steady, moderate pace, and it is commonly used to describe the movement of horses or other animals. The correct spelling of this word is essential for clear communication in writing and speaking.
Trotted is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "trot." Trot is a verb used to describe the rhythmic and brisk movement of a quadruped animal, typically a horse, wherein two diagonal legs move together. When an animal trots, it usually moves at a moderate pace, faster than walking but slower than running.
As a past tense verb, trotted indicates that an animal, usually a horse, has moved by trotting. It suggests a steady and metronomic gait where the horse's two diagonal legs momentarily leave the ground together.
However, "trotted" could also describe the movement of a person or any other animal that imitates or replicates this particular type of gait. For instance, a person might "trot" while jogging or running (though not at the same speed as a horse's trot). In this context, "trotted" indicates a steady and rhythmic movement that is faster than walking but not as fast as running.
Figuratively, "trotted" can be used to describe the action of progressing or proceeding promptly and efficiently, often involving a series of small, consistent steps or actions. It suggests a sense of determination, purpose, and steady progress towards a goal or destination. For example, one might say, "She trotted through her to-do list, completing each task efficiently and promptly."
In summary, "trotted" refers to the past action or state of trotting, involving a rhythmic and steady movement of either a quadruped animal's diagonal legs or a person's imitation of that gait. It implies moderate speed and a consistent, purposeful manner of progress.
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The word "trotted" is derived from the Old English word "trotian", which means "to go fast or run". It is related to the Old High German word "trotón" and the Middle Dutch word "trotten", both of which also mean "to trot". The origins of this word are uncertain, but it may be connected to the Old Norse word "trat", which means "trace" or "track". Over time, "trotted" has come to specifically refer to the gait of a horse moving at an intermediate speed between a walk and a canter.
