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drifter

/ˈdrɪftər/ noun · British & US
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What does drifter mean?

noun

A person who drifts from place to place without a fixed destination, or a person who is not settled in a particular job or profession. A drifter may also refer to a person who is carried or moved by a current or wind.

Example

"The drifter wandered into town, looking for work and a place to stay."

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