Wanderers: meaning, definitions and examples

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wanderers

 

[ หˆwษ’ndษ™rษ™rz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lost in thoughts

Wanderers are people who travel aimlessly, without a fixed destination. They are often lost in their thoughts, seeking inspiration or simply exploring the world around them.

Synonyms

nomad, roamer, traveler.

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Word Description / Examples
wanderers

Used to describe people who move from place to place without a fixed home or regular direction. It often implies a sense of aimlessness.

  • The wanderers had no particular destination in mind as they trekked through the forests.
  • In ancient times, wanderers would move wherever the seasons led them.
traveler

Refers to someone who is on a journey, typically for pleasure, business, or personal growth. It generally implies a purpose and intention behind the movement.

  • The traveler packed her bags, excited for the adventure ahead in a new country.
  • Travelers from all over the world come to see the ancient ruins.
nomad

Refers to people who belong to a group or culture that traditionally moves from place to place for resources such as food and water. Generally used in anthropological or historical contexts.

  • The desert nomads travel from oasis to oasis throughout the year.
  • Nomads led a simpler life, always moving with the seasons and the herds.
roamer

Describes someone who roams. It can imply a casual or disorganized manner and sometimes carries a negative connotation of aimlessness or lack of responsibility.

  • He was known as a roamer, never staying in one place for long and never committing to anything.
  • The stray dog was a roamer, wandering the streets in search of scraps.

Examples of usage

  • They were known as the wanderers, always on the move, never settling in one place for too long.
  • She spent her days wandering the streets, a true wanderer lost in her own thoughts.
Context #2 | Noun

sports team

In sports, wanderers can refer to a team that does not have a home stadium and plays their games in different locations. They are known for their flexibility and adaptability.

Synonyms

itinerant team, roaming team, traveling team.

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wanderers

People who move from place to place without a fixed home, often aimlessly or for exploration.

  • The wanderers explored every corner of the city, without any specific destination
roaming team

A group that moves around from place to place, usually within a specified area, without a permanent residence.

  • The roaming team of photographers scouted different parks in the region for the perfect shot
itinerant team

A group that travels regularly from place to place, often related to work or providing services in different locations.

  • The itinerant team of doctors visited remote villages to provide medical care
traveling team

A group that travels to different locations, often for work-related purposes, such as business, sports, or entertainment.

  • The traveling team of athletes competed in tournaments across the country

Examples of usage

  • The Wanderers soccer team has fans all over the country, as they play in various cities each week.
  • The cricket wanderers are always up for a challenge, no matter where the game takes place.

Translations

Translations of the word "wanderers" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vagabundos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเคพเคคเฅเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wanderer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengembara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝะดั€ั–ะฒะฝะธะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wฤ™drowcy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ”พๆตช่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vagabonds

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vagabundos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gezginler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฉ๋ž‘์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุฌูˆู„ูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ poutnรญci

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรบtnici

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆตๆตช่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ potepuhi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flakkarar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะทะฑะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฎแƒ”แƒขแƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ”แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™yyahlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vagabundos

Etymology

The word 'wanderers' has its origin in the Old English word 'wandrian' which means 'to roam about'. It has been used throughout history to describe individuals or groups who travel without a specific destination. The concept of wanderers has been romanticized in literature and art, portraying them as free spirits and seekers of adventure.

See also: wanderer, wandering.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,197, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.