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Meaning of drifter
A person who drifts from place to place without a regular home or job.
Etymology of drifter
The word "drifter" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the verb "drift", which means to move slowly and aimlessly
The term initially referred to a person who drifted from place to place, and later acquired additional meanings in various contexts
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who travels from place to place without a regular home or job
- * A device that allows a vehicle to continue moving in a straight line while the driver turns the wheels
- * A person who moves aimlessly or floats on a fluid
Usage Examples
- The drifter wandered into town, looking for a place to rest and refuel
- * The boat was a drifter, carried by the currents and winds without a clear direction
- * As a drifter, she never stayed in one place for too long, always chasing the next adventure
Antonyms
resident
citizen
homeowner
settler
migrant
immigrant
expatriate
local
native
inhabitant
dweller
occupant
tenant
leaseholder
property owner
taxpayer
voter
member
participant
contributor