wandering
Wandering (adj) means moving from place to place without a settled route or home. Example: “A wandering musician passed through the village every summer.”
How to use wandering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRoaming around without a fixed route, home, or focus.
Word forms
wanderings plural
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A _____ musician passed through the village every summer.
Etymology
From wander + -ing.
Related words
Rhymes for wandering
Frequently asked questions
What does “wandering” mean?
The word “wandering” means moving from place to place without a settled route or home. In plain terms, roaming around without a fixed route, home, or focus.
How do you pronounce “wandering”?
“Wandering” is pronounced WON-duh-rihng (/ˈwɑndəɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wandering” in a sentence?
Here is “wandering” used in a sentence: “A wandering musician passed through the village every summer.”
What part of speech is “wandering”?
Depending on how it is used, “wandering” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “wandering” a common word?
“Wandering” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wandering” have?
“Wandering” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: moving from place to place without a settled route or home.
What is the difference between wandering and wondering?
Wandering means moving from place to place without a settled route or destination, while wondering means thinking curiously or questioning something in your mind. The two words sound similar but are unrelated in meaning, and confusing them is a common spelling mistake.
Is wandering used as an adjective or a noun?
Wandering can function as either an adjective, describing something moving without a settled route, as in "a wandering traveler," or as a noun, referring to the act of roaming itself, as in "years of wandering." The correct form depends on whether it is describing a person or thing versus naming the activity.
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