Vagabond
Vagabond
Vagabond (/ˈvæɡəˌbɒnd/) is a term that is often used to describe an individual who leads a nomadic or wandering lifestyle. The term is derived from the Latin word vagabundus, meaning "wandering".
Etymology
The term "vagabond" originates from the Late Middle English. It is borrowed from the Latin vagabundus, which is in itself derived from vagari meaning 'to wander'. The term was first recorded in English in the 15th century.
Related Terms
- Nomad: A member of a community of people who live in different locations, moving from one place to another.
- Drifter: A person who is continually moving from place to place, without any fixed home or job.
- Wanderer: A person who travels aimlessly; a traveller.
- Transient: A person who is staying or working in a place for a short time only.
Usage
The term "vagabond" is often used in a pejorative context, to describe individuals who choose not to settle in one place, often seen as living outside of societal norms. However, it can also be used in a more romantic or adventurous context, describing individuals who choose a life of constant movement and freedom.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vagabond
- Wikipedia's article - Vagabond
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski