: a short period of wandering bush life engaged in by an Australian aborigine as an occasional interruption of regular work—often used in the phrase go walkabout
the man who went walkabout was making a ritual journey Bruce Chatwin
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: something (such as a journey) similar to a walkabout
especially, British: one in which a well-known person mingles with the public
went walkabout in the streets
Example Sentences
Many people gathered to meet the Queen during her walkabout.
Recent Examples on the WebPrince Harry and Meghan were given 30 minutes notice to get dressed and ready for the walkabout, according to a person familiar with the matter, an account contested by others close to the palace. Max Colchester, WSJ, 17 Sep. 2022 Kate, William, Harry, and Meghan during their Windsor walkabout. Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 16 Sep. 2022 At the time, William invited Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan to join them for the somber walkabout. Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Sep. 2022 According to Kensington Palace, William invited Harry and Meghan to join him and Kate at the Windsor gates, while another source added that security didn't expect both couples at the walkabout. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2022 Staffers will be on hand to explain the various types, techniques and aging process of the cheese at the walkabout tasting. Marc Bona, cleveland, 20 June 2022 The princess was timeless in a houndstooth suit by Alistair Blair and black Philip Somerville hat on a walkabout in Munich during the official visit. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2022 On a day of high political drama that saw Boris Johnson resign as Prime Minister of the U.K., the heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, was 200 miles away on a royal walkabout in Wales. Simon Perry, PEOPLE.com, 7 July 2022 During the busy trip, which included a walkabout and meet-and-greets with the residents, George and Charlotte showed their love of music while visiting the concert stage. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 June 2022 See More