meander
verb/noun
To follow a winding course; to wander aimlessly or casually without urgent destination; a winding curve or bend in a river.
Etymology
From Latin Maeander, the name of a famously winding river in Turkey (now called Menderes), from Greek Maiandros.
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The river meandered through the peaceful valley for miles."
- 2.
"We spent the afternoon meandering through the old town's cobblestone streets."
- 3.
"His speech tended to meander, making it difficult to follow his main point."
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Fun Fact
The Meander River in Turkey was so famous for its winding path that it gave us this word. Ancient Greek philosophers often walked along its banks, and the river's pattern appears in Greek decorative art.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 7 letters (M, E, A, N, D, E, R)
Scrabble Value: 10 points
Tip: Try building from common prefixes or suffixes when you spot these letters.
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