Meaning of roam in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /roʊm/

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  1. Verb

    roam

    Etymology

    Middle English: of unknown origin

    Definitions

    1. move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

    Examples

    • « The gypsies roamed the woods »
    • « roving vagabonds »
    • « the wandering Jew »
    • « The cattle roam across the prairie »
    • « the laborers drift from one town to the next »
    • « They ro »

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