1. on foot; by walking

1. in progress; happening or being planned

Examples

• We decided to travel afoot through the mountain trail.
• The hikers went afoot across the meadow.
• There are rumors afoot about changes in the company.
• Something suspicious is afoot in the neighborhood.
• Plans are afoot to renovate the old library.
• A conspiracy was afoot to overthrow the government.
• Change is afoot in the education system.