drift

drift · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    (verb) To be carried slowly by a current of air or water.

  2. 2.

    (verb) To move aimlessly or without purpose.

  3. 3.

    (noun) A continuous slow movement from one place to another.

  4. 4.

    (noun) A large mass of snow, sand, or other material piled up by wind.

  5. 5.

    (noun) The general meaning or intention of something.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    catch/get someone's drift — understand what someone means
  • •
    drift apart — gradually become less close
  • •
    drift off — fall asleep gradually

Related words

Antonyms: anchor, fix, stay
See also: drifted, drifting, float
Synonyms: float, meander, wander

Etymology

From Old Norse drift ("snowdrift, driving"), from drifa ("to drive"). Related to drive.