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Meaning of meanders
The primary meaning of the word "meanders" is to move or flow in a winding or indirect course.
Etymology of meanders
The word "meanders" originates from the Greek word "Maiaandros", which refers to the Maeander River in Turkey, known for its winding course
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe winding or indirect courses, and has since been extended to describe speech or writing that is confusing or inconsequential
Synonyms
winds
turns
twists
curves
bends
loops
coils
spirals
curls
zigzags
wavers
fluctuates
deviates
diverts
strays
digresses
rambles
roams
wanders
straggles
trails
snakes
meanders
turns
doubles
dodges
weaves
oscillates
undulates
fluctuates
vacillates
hesitates
waffles
equivocates
dawdles
lingers
tarrys
saunters
strolls
ambles
promenades
marches
processes
parades
crawls
creeps
inches
edges
sidles
slinks
skulks
lurks
prowls
Definitions
- To move or flow in a winding or indirect course, typically in a leisurely or aimless way
- To talk or write at length in a confusing or inconsequential manner
- A winding or indirect course, especially of a river or road
Usage Examples
- The river meanders through the valley, creating a series of oxbow lakes and wetlands
- The conversation meandered from topic to topic, never quite reaching a conclusion
- The hikers meandered through the woods, enjoying the scenery and the warm sunshine
Antonyms
straightens
shortens
hastens
quickens
accelerates
streamlines
simplifies
clarifies
focuses
concentrates
prioritizes
organizes
systematizes
coordinates
directs
guides
leads
navigates
pilots
steers
heads
fronts
confronts
faces
meets
greets
approaches
advances
proceeds
progresses
moves
goes
travels
journeys
treks
marches
processes
parades