How Do You Spell VAGABOND?

Pronunciation: [vˈaɡɐbˌɒnd] (IPA)

Vagabond is a word that is often misspelled due to its unique spelling. The word is pronounced as /ˈvæɡəbɒnd/ with the stress on the first syllable. The correct spelling of the word comes from its Old French origin. The root word is vaguer, which means "to wander," and bond, which means "to bind." Thus, a vagabond refers to a person who wanders around without a home or job. Remembering the correct spelling can help you effectively communicate your ideas and thoughts in writing.

VAGABOND Meaning and Definition

1. A vagabond refers to an individual who lives or wanders without a fixed place of residence or a steady job. Typically portrayed as a person without strong ties or commitments, a vagabond leads a nomadic and unsettled lifestyle, often moving from one place to another in search of food, shelter, or adventure. This term is rooted in the Latin word "vagabundus," meaning "roaming" or "wandering without a goal."

   Vagabonds are commonly associated with a sense of freedom and an unburdened existence, as they are unrestricted by social expectations or material possessions. They are usually characterized by their disheveled appearance, as they lack the stability or means to maintain a well-groomed appearance. Vagabonds have been historically depicted in literature and folklore as mysterious and unpredictable figures, possessing a certain allure and charm.

   The vagabond lifestyle is often romanticized in art and literature, with vagabonds being seen as seekers of alternative experiences or rebel souls rejecting societal norms. Despite this romanticized view, vagabonds can face numerous challenges, such as living on the fringe of society, struggling to meet their basic needs, and being susceptible to dangers while on the move.

   In contemporary usage, "vagabond" can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is restless, aimless, or constantly changing their mind or plans. It portrays an individual who lacks stability or commitment to specific goals or ideas.

2. • Wandering; having no settled home or habitation; unsettled; idle.

   • An idle fellow without a settled home; a vagrant.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for VAGABOND

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Etymology of VAGABOND

The word "vagabond" traces back to the Late Middle English period, around the 15th century. It originates from the French word "vagabond", which in turn comes from the Latin term "vagabundus". In Latin, "vagabundus" is derived from the verb "vagari", meaning "to wander". The term was used to refer to people who lived a wandering, unsettled lifestyle, often without a fixed home or occupation. Over time, "vagabond" has come to describe someone who wanders without a permanent place of residence or employment, typically associated with a sense of homelessness or aimlessness.

Similar spelling word for VAGABOND

• vagabondage.

Plural form of VAGABOND is VAGABONDS

Conjugate verb Vagabond

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have vagabonded

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been vagabonding

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

we Let´s vagabond

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it vagabond

SIMPLE PAST

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