n.
Function: noun
Date: before 12th century
1 a : a cycle of locomotor movements (as of a horse) completed when the feet regain the initial relative positions also : the distance traversed in a stride b : the most effective natural pace : maximum competence or capability ― often used in the phrase hit one's stride
2 : a long step
3 : an act of striding
4 : a stage of progress : ADVANCE <made great stride s toward their goal>
5 : a manner of striding
6 : STRIDE PIANO
– in stride
1 : without interference with regular activities
2 : without emotional reaction <took the news in stride >