rove

(noun, verb)

noun

1. A copper washer upon which the end of a nail is clinched in boatbuilding.

2. A roll or sliver of wool or cotton drawn out and lightly twisted, preparatory to further processing; a roving.

3. The act of wandering; a ramble.

verb

1. move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

Similar word(s): cast, drift, ramble, range, roam, roll, stray, swan, tramp, vagabond, wander

Definition categories: motion, go, locomote, move, travel