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vagrant

 

[ ˈveɪɡrənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

software development

A person without a settled home or regular work who moves from place to place to find employment.

Synonyms

drifter, tramp, wanderer.

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Word Description / Examples
vagrant

Used to describe someone without a permanent home or job who wanders from place to place. This term is often used in a legal or formal context and can carry a slightly negative connotation.

  • The city has several shelters for vagrants.
drifter

Refers to someone who habitually moves from place to place without a fixed schedule or purpose. It often implies a casual, carefree attitude towards life.

  • He's just a drifter, never staying in one place for too long.
wanderer

Describes someone who travels from place to place, usually out of a desire for exploration or because they have no permanent place to stay. This term often has a more neutral or even positive connotation, suggesting a sense of adventure.

  • She's a wanderer at heart, always looking for the next adventure.
tramp

Indicates a person who travels on foot, usually without a home or much money. This term can sometimes have a derogatory or negative tone.

  • The old tramp walked into town looking for food.

Examples of usage

  • He lived as a vagrant for several years, traveling from city to city in search of work.
  • Many homeless individuals are forced into a life of vagrancy, struggling to survive on the streets.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

A virtual environment for software development, typically used to mimic different operating systems.

Synonyms

development environment, virtual machine.

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vagrant

This term is generally used in computer programming for a tool that creates and manages virtualized development environments. It's often used in a technical context among developers.

  • We used Vagrant to set up an isolated development environment.
  • Vagrant helps to create consistent development setups.
virtual machine

This term is used broadly in technology to refer to an emulation of a computer system. Ideal for discussions relating to IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and software testing.

  • We run our tests on a virtual machine to isolate the testing environment.
  • You need to configure the virtual machine before deploying the application.
development environment

This phrase is used to describe the setup or configuration of tools, software, and other resources needed for software development. It is a broader term and can be used in both technical and non-technical conversations.

  • Setting up a proper development environment is crucial for developers.
  • Our team needs a stable development environment to ensure smooth workflow.

Examples of usage

  • Developers often use Vagrant to create and manage virtual machines for testing purposes.
  • Vagrant simplifies the setup of development environments by providing a consistent platform for all team members.

Translations

Translations of the word "vagrant" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vagabundo

🇮🇳 फिराक़

🇩🇪 Vagabund

🇮🇩 pengembara

🇺🇦 блукач

🇵🇱 włóczęga

🇯🇵 放浪者

🇫🇷 vagabond

🇪🇸 vagabundo

🇹🇷 serseri

🇰🇷 방랑자

🇸🇦 متشرد

🇨🇿 vagabund

🇸🇰 tulák

🇨🇳 流浪者

🇸🇮 tuljak

🇮🇸 vagabond

🇰🇿 кезбен

🇬🇪 მხიარული

🇦🇿 sərgərdan

🇲🇽 vagabundo

Etymology

The word 'vagrant' originated in the late 15th century from the Latin word 'vagari', meaning 'to wander'. Initially, it referred to a person who wanders from place to place without a home or job. Over time, the term also evolved in the context of computing to denote a virtual environment for software development.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,025, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.