Definition of Drift
- 1. A force that moves something along Noun
- 2. The gradual departure from an intended course due to external influences (as a ship or plane) Noun
- 3. A process of linguistic change over a period of time Noun
- 4. A large mass of material that is heaped up by the wind or by water currents Noun
- 5. A general tendency to change (as of opinion) Noun
- 6. The pervading meaning or tenor Noun
- 7. A horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine Noun
- 8. Be in motion due to some air or water current Verb
- 9. Wander from a direct course or at random Verb
- 10. Move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment Verb
- 11. Vary or move from a fixed point or course Verb
- 12. Live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely Verb
- 13. Move in an unhurried fashion Verb
- 14. Cause to be carried by a current Verb
- 15. Drive slowly and far afield for grazing Verb
- 16. Be subject to fluctuation Verb
- 17. Be piled up in banks or heaps by the force of wind or a current Verb
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