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6+ Synonyms for Roving & Similar Words

Definition of roving

adjective
  1. migratory; "a restless mobile society"; "the nomadic habits of the Bedouins"; "believed the profession of a peregrine typist would have a happy future"; "wandering tribes"
noun
  1. travelling about without any clear destination; "she followed him in his wanderings and looked after him"

6 synonyms found

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Frequently asked questions

What are synonyms for roving?
Synonyms for roving include: mobile, nomadic, peregrine, unsettled, vagabondage, wandering.
How many synonyms does roving have?
Roving has 6 synonyms.

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