waddle UK /ˈwɒd.əl/US /ˈwɑd.əl/noun 2verb 2forms 3 noun2 •A squat, swaying gait. •A group of birds, such as ducks and penguins, when walking.Mr. Lillis imported a waddle of penguins who lined up at the clubhouse gate in their snappy thermal attire and were the first clients admitted. — 1963 verb2 •To walk with short steps, tilting the body from side to side. •To move slowly. formswaddled · waddling · waddles