Wednesday, October 7, 2015

ample, amble

Ample or ample means enough or more than enough, in size, extent, or quantity--
We ran out of these parts last month; make sure we have an ample supply.
You will have ample time to finish the exam.

Amble or amble means to walk or stroll in a leisurely way--
If you amble along like that it will take all day to get home.
He's trying to teach the horse to amble on command.

Amble may also be a noun ( thing or idea ), meaning a leisurely walk or stroll--
The old man still enjoys an amble in the garden.

Now that you know that, you can say--
"There will be ample time to amble about the grounds after we have seen the exhibit."

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