With reference to a horse or other quadruped. The action of moving forwards at the gait or pace of an amble (amble, n. 1). Also: an instance of…

= amble, n. 1.

With reference to a horse or other quadruped. A smooth or easy gait, particularly suitable for long-distance riding. In modern use spec.: a…

In etymological sense: trotting; but also used by Sir T. Browne, Butler, and others, for ‘ambling’; in later use only as a humorous pedantry.