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Meander Definition & Meaning

meander
noun
  1. a bend or curve, as in a stream or river
  2. an aimless amble on a winding course
verb
  1. to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course; "the river winds through the hills"; "the path meanders through the vineyards"; "sometimes, the gout wanders through the entire body"

"Meander" in song lyrics

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  • "So ten paces back I meander"
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Frequently asked questions

What does meander mean?
a bend or curve, as in a stream or river an aimless amble on a winding course to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course; "the river winds through the hills"; "the path meanders through the vineyards"; "sometimes, the gout wanders through the entire body"
What part of speech is meander?
Meander is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does meander have?
Meander has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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