meander

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a bend or curve, as in a stream or river
  2. noun an aimless amble on a winding course
  3. verb to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course

Etymology

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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