Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wandering

verb (present participle of ‘wander’)
/ˈwɒn.dər.ɪŋ/
Definition
Moving about without a fixed course, aim, or goal.
Examples
  • She spent the afternoon wandering through the park, enjoying the fresh air.
  • His mind was wandering during the lecture, lost in thoughts of travel.
  • The dog has a habit of wandering away if not kept on a leash.
Meaning
Wandering refers to the act of traveling or moving around, often without a specific destination. It can imply a sense of exploration or aimlessness.
Synonyms
  • roaming
  • drifting
  • meandering
  • straying
  • rambling