wandering Definition and Meaning in English (wandering definition)

adjective
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Wandering definition: Moving from place to place without a definite aim or destination, often in an aimless or leisurely manner.

Definitions of Wandering

  1. 1adjective(standard)

    Moving from place to place without a definite aim or destination, often in an aimless or leisurely manner.

  2. 2noun(standard)

    The act of moving about aimlessly or without a fixed course, or a period of such movement.

  3. 3adjective(standard)

    (Of a mind or thoughts) straying from the main subject or purpose, often indicating a lack of focus.

Example Sentences

“He spent his youth wandering through different countries.”

“Her mind was wandering during the long lecture.”

“The old dog was found wandering near the highway.”

Inflected Word Forms

infinitivewander
third person singularwanders
past tensewandered
agent nounwanderer

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

wandering eyeidiom

A tendency to look at or be attracted to other people, especially sexually.

wandering thoughtscollocation

Thoughts that are not focused on one subject or are disconnected.

wandering minstrelcollocation

A musician who travels from place to place, performing for money.

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Wandering definition: Moving from place to place without a definite aim or destination, often in an aimless or leisurely manner.
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'Wandering' translates to 'wandering' in English. Wandering definition: Moving from place to place without a definite aim or destination, often in an aimless or leisurely manner.
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