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Paripatetic

Definition:

Adjective: Travelling from place to place; itinerant.

Noun: A person who travels from place to place.

Senses and Usages:

1. Adjective: Pertaining to nomadic or wandering behavior.
   Example Sentence: The paripatetic lifestyle of the traveling circus performers fascinated the young girl.
2. Adjective: Relating to a philosopher or school of thought that practices a method of strolling debate or discussion.
   Example Sentence: The paripatetic tradition of ancient Greek philosophers became famous for their walking dialogues.
3. Noun: A tour guide in a foreign city.
   Example Sentence: The knowledgeable paripatetic took us on an informative walking tour around the historical landmarks of the city.
4. Noun: A wandering wayfarer or nomad.
   Example Sentence: The paripatetics were a tribe of people in ancient times known for their constant migration.

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