roam

UK: rəʊm | US: roʊm

Definition
  1. vi. to move about or travel without a fixed purpose or destination

  2. vt. to wander over or through (a place)

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Etymology

The word "roam" originates from Middle English romen, meaning "to walk or travel." Its earlier roots are uncertain but may be linked to Old English ārǣman ("to arise, roam") or Old French romier ("to pilgrimage"). Over time, it shed its religious connotations and generalized to mean unrestricted movement. Unlike many English verbs, "roam" resisted Latinization and retained its compact Germanic structure, evolving into a monomorphemic word.

Examples
  1. The cattle roam freely across the vast prairie.

  2. She loves to roam through antique shops on weekends.

  3. His mind would often roam during boring lectures.

  4. Tourists roamed the streets, taking photos of the historic buildings.

  5. The app tracks how much data your phone roams when abroad.