roam (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈroʊm/
Definition
To move about or travel aimlessly or unsystematically, especially over a wide area.
Examples
She loved to roam the ancient streets of Rome, discovering hidden cafes.
Nomadic tribes roam the desert in search of water and grazing land.
The lost dog was found roaming the neighborhood for days.
How to Use roam
- roam about (prepositional phrase)
- To move around without a specific destination or purpose. — "Children love to roam about in the countryside during summer holidays."
- roam through (prepositional phrase)
- To move through a place in a leisurely or aimless way. — "She liked to roam through the quiet aisles of the library."
- roam over (prepositional phrase)
- To move across a wide area, often a landscape. — "The eagles roam over the vast mountain ranges."
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