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Noun drifter has 1 sense
  1. vagrant, drifter, floater, vagabond - a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support
    --1 is a kind of wanderer, roamer, rover, bird of passage; poor person, have-not
    --1 has particulars: beachcomber; sundowner; tramp, hobo, bum
    Derived form: verb drift3

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Drifter

Description:

A drifter is a person who wanders or travels aimlessly without a fixed destination or purpose. This term can refer to both physical movement and an individual's personality or lifestyle.

Sense 1: Noun - One who wanders or travels aimlessly:

Sample Sentence: The drifter wandered from town to town, never staying in one place for too long.

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Sense 2: Noun - A person with a carefree or nonchalant attitude:

Sample Sentence: Josh was known as a drifter at work, always the last to arrive and the first to leave.

Sense 3: Noun - A loose piece of fabric or item that shifts or moves easily:

Sample Sentence: The drifter of the sail caused the boat to change direction unexpectedly.

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Sense 4: Noun - A race car that slides sideways while cornering:

Sample Sentence: The skilled driver controlled the drifter around the sharp curve.

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Sense 5: Adjective - Popular or well-liked:

Sample Sentence: The singer's new album quickly became a drifter hit among the younger generation.

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Sense 6: Adjective - Pertaining to a local or specific area:

Sample Sentence: The small restaurant only served drifter cuisine, showcasing regional flavors and dishes.

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