ramble
|ram/ble|
B2
/ˈræm.bəl/
aimless wandering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ramble' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'ramblen,' where 'ram-' meant 'to wander.'
Historical Evolution
'ramblen' transformed into the modern English word 'ramble' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wander aimlessly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a leisurely walk, especially in the countryside.
We went for a ramble in the park.
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Verb 1
to walk or wander around leisurely without a specific destination.
We decided to ramble through the countryside.
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Verb 2
to talk or write in a confused or aimless way.
He tends to ramble when he's nervous.
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