meandering (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /miˈændər/
Definition
To follow a winding and indirect course; to wander aimlessly.
Examples
The path meandered through the forest.
His thoughts meandered as he drifted off to sleep.
The conversation meandered from one topic to another without a clear direction.
How to Use meandering
- meander through (prepositional phrase)
- To follow a winding path across or within an area. — "The river meanders through the fertile plains."
- meander along (prepositional phrase)
- To follow a winding path beside something. — "The road meanders along the coastline."
- meander into (prepositional phrase)
- To follow a winding path leading into a place. — "His thoughts meandered into memories of childhood."
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