drift

verb
/drɪft/

Meaning

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Example Sentences

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

Example Expressions

drift apart

Synonyms

float, glide, wander, meander, coast

Antonyms

anchor, stay, remain

Collocations

drift away, drift apart, drift off, drift slowly

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