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Added 8 October 2026

meander

/miˈæn.də(ɹ)/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about meander at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A bend or curve, as in a stream or river.
An aimless amble on a winding course.

verb

To move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course.
the river winds through the hills

Origin

From Latin Maeander, from Ancient Greek Μαίανδρος (Maíandros) – a river in Asia Minor (present day Turkey) known for its winding course (modern Turkish Menderes).

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