noun
vagary
Vagary (noun) means an erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.
noun
1
An erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.
2
Something vague.
3
An impulsive or illogical desire; a caprice or whim.
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Etymology
From Italian vagare (“wander”) and/or its source Latin vagārī (“to wander”), from Latin vagus (“wandering”). Later apparently reinterpreted in English as vague + -ery but without changing the spelling. By surface analysis, Latin vag(us) + -ary.
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What is the meaning of vagary?
"vagary" (noun) means an erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.
What are the different meanings of vagary?
"vagary" has 3 main meanings: 1. An erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action; 2. Something vague; 3. An impulsive or illogical desire; a caprice or whim.