peregrinate

/'perigrineit/

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Word: Peregrinate

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To peregrinate means to travel around, through, or over, especially by walking. It often implies a journey that is exploratory or adventurous.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "peregrinate" when talking about traveling, especially if the journey involves a lot of walking or exploring new places.
• It's a more formal or literary word, so it might not be used in everyday conversation.

Example Sentence:

• "During the summer, I plan to peregrinate through the countryside, exploring all the little villages."

Advanced Usage:

• You might encounter "peregrinate" in literature or in discussions about travel that emphasize exploration and discovery.
• Example: "The author’s characters often peregrinate through the mountains, discovering hidden valleys and ancient ruins."

Word Variants:

• Peregrination (noun): The act of traveling or wandering around.
  • Example: "Her peregrination across Europe was filled with unforgettable experiences."
• Peregrinator (noun): A person who travels or wanders around.
  • Example: "As a seasoned peregrinator, he had stories from every corner of the globe."

Different Meaning:

• "Peregrinate" can also imply a kind of wandering that is not just physical but can be mental or spiritual, in the sense of exploring ideas or experiences.

Synonyms:

• Wander
• Roam
• Trek
• Journey
• Travel

Related Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Hit the road": This means to start traveling, similar to peregrinate but more casual.
  • Example: "We should hit the road early tomorrow to avoid traffic."
• "On the move": This phrase means to be traveling or changing locations frequently.

Academic

Verb

1. travel around, through, or over, especially on foot
   • peregrinate the bridge