Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gangrel

adjective

/ˈɡæŋ.ɡrəl/

Definition

A term used to refer to a wandering or savage person, often associated with the outcast or rustic lifestyle.

Examples

He roamed the moors like a gangrel, avoiding the company of others.
In the novel, the gangrel characters often symbolize the struggle for survival.
The gangrel lifestyle appeals to those who seek freedom from societal norms.

Meaning

The word ‘gangrel’ originated from the Middle English term ‘gangrel’, which describes someone who lives in the wilderness or is on the fringes of society. It can also refer to a type of vampire in fiction that has been cast out or marginalized.