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Word

wander

verb
UK /ˈwɒndə/
US /ˈwɑndɚ/

Meanings

verb

to walk or travel with no clear direction or purpose; to move around casually

Visual cue for wander — meaning 1
verb

to go away from the correct route or place; to get off course

Visual cue for wander — meaning 2
verb

to lose focus and think or speak about different things instead of the main topic

Visual cue for wander — meaning 3

Definition

To wander means to walk or move around without a clear destination or plan.

To wander is to move from place to place in a relaxed or unfocused way, often without knowing exactly where you are going. People wander when they explore, get lost, or simply walk with no particular purpose. The word can also describe thoughts or attention that drift away from the main topic.

Examples

  • We decided to wander through the old town after dinner.
  • Don’t wander too far from the campsite.
  • My mind began to wander during the long meeting.
  • Tourists often wander around the market looking for souvenirs.