galguear

Senses

1. 1.

   to run like a greyhound; to move swiftly

   to dash or sprint at high speed with grace and agility, as a galgo (greyhound) would

Examples

• "El perro galguea por el campo sin cansarse."

  The dog darts across the field without tiring.

• "El atleta galguea hacia la meta."

  The athlete sprints toward the finish line.

Usage

Relatively uncommon verb, primarily used in literary or poetic contexts or when describing an animal (especially a greyhound) or a person moving with exceptional speed and elegance. Derived from galgo (greyhound). Formal or regional register.