meander — to follow a winding course; to wander aimlessly or speak in a rambling manner
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to follow a winding course; to wander aimlessly or speak in a rambling manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /miˈændər/
Korean meaning: 구불구불 흐르다, 헤매다, 두서없이 말하다
Korean pronunciation: 미**앤**더
Example Sentences
- His speech meandered so much that everyone forgot what the original topic was.
- We meandered through the old bookstore for hours, discovering hidden treasures.
- The hiking trail meanders up the mountain, offering breathtaking views at every turn.
meander
VERB//miˈændər//
to follow a winding course; to wander aimlessly or speak in a rambling manner
A hiker meanders along the winding riverside trail through the park
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The commander follows where the salamander meanders!
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Origin
From Greek Maiandros, the name of a famously winding river in ancient Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The river's convoluted path became so legendary that its name was adopted as a common word for any winding or labyrinthine course.
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“His speech meandered so much that everyone forgot what the original topic was.”
“We meandered through the old bookstore for hours, discovering hidden treasures.”
“The hiking trail meanders up the mountain, offering breathtaking views at every turn.”
“My thoughts tend to meander when I'm trying to fall asleep.”
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