Drift

/dΙΉΙͺft/

The meaning and definition of Drift, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To move slowly, especially pushed by currents of water, air, etc.
    β€œThe balloon was drifting in the breeze.”
  2. To move haphazardly without any destination.
    β€œHe drifted from town to town, never settling down.”
noun
  1. (physical) Movement; that which moves or is moved.
  2. The act or motion of drifting; the force which impels or drives; an overpowering influence or impulse.

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