Wayfaring: meaning, definitions and examples
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wayfaring
[ หweษชหfษrษชล ]
traveling on foot
Wayfaring refers to the act of traveling or wandering, especially on foot. It often implies a journey that is taken with purpose or direction, generally along a specific path or route. The term suggests both physical movement and an element of exploration or adventure. Wayfaring can encompass both long distances and shorter pilgrimages, often with a focus on the experience of the journey itself rather than just the destination.
Synonyms
journeying, traveling, wandering.
Examples of usage
- The wayfaring traveler found beauty in the small villages.
- She enjoyed wayfaring through the ancient forest trails.
- Wayfaring has been a traditional practice for pilgrims for centuries.
Translations
Translations of the word "wayfaring" in other languages:
๐ต๐น peregrinaรงรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฏเคพเคคเฅเคฐเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Wanderung
๐ฎ๐ฉ perjalanan
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐะฝะดััะฒะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ wฤdrรณwka
๐ฏ๐ต ๆ ่ก
๐ซ๐ท voyage
๐ช๐ธ viaje
๐น๐ท seyahat
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฌํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุญูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ cesta
๐ธ๐ฐ cesta
๐จ๐ณ ๆ ่ก
๐ธ๐ฎ potovanje
๐ฎ๐ธ ferรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะฟะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sษyahษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ viaje
Etymology
The term 'wayfaring' is derived from the Old English words 'weg', meaning 'way' or 'path', and 'faran', which means 'to journey' or 'to travel'. It has roots in various Germanic languages, showcasing the common practice of traversing landscapes on foot in ancient and medieval times. Historically, wayfaring was often associated with pilgrims who ventured along religious routes, such as the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Over time, the concept of wayfaring has evolved, still emphasizing the journey taken rather than just the destination. It encapsulates the human desire for exploration and the innate connection to the paths we choose to walk, both physically and metaphorically. In literature, wayfaring often symbolizes lifeโs journey, reflecting the trials, challenges, and joys experienced along the way.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #34,606 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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