peripatetic
adjective
Traveling from place to place, especially working or based in various places for relatively short periods. Originally referred to Aristotle's habit of walking while teaching.
Etymology
From Greek "peripatetikos" (given to walking about), from "peripatein" (to walk up and down), from "peri" (around) + "patein" (to walk). Aristotle taught while walking in the Lyceum.
Examples in Use
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"The peripatetic consultant worked with companies across three continents."
- 2.
"Her peripatetic childhood, moving every two years, taught her adaptability."
- 3.
"The peripatetic musician performed in a different city each night."
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Fun Fact
Aristotle's followers were called "Peripatetics" because he taught while walking through the covered walkways (peripatos) of the Lyceum in Athens. This walking meditation style influenced many later philosophers and teachers.
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Letters: 11 letters (P, E, R, I, P, A, T, E, T, I, C)
Scrabble Value: 17 points
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