DRIFT

Definition

1. noun a force that moves something along. — synonyms: impetus, impulsion
2. noun the gradual departure from an intended course due to external influences (as a ship or plane).
3. noun a process of linguistic change over a period of time.
4. noun a large mass of material that is heaped up by the wind or by water currents.
5. noun a general tendency to change (as of opinion). — synonyms: trend, movement
6. noun the pervading meaning or tenor. — synonyms: purport
7. noun a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine. — synonyms: heading, gallery
8. verb be in motion due to some air or water current. — synonyms: float, be_adrift, blow
9. verb wander from a direct course or at random. — synonyms: stray, err
10. verb move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment. — synonyms: roll, wander, swan, stray, tramp, roam, cast, ramble
11. verb vary or move from a fixed point or course.
12. verb live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely. — synonyms: freewheel
13. verb move in an unhurried fashion.
14. verb cause to be carried by a current.
15. verb drive slowly and far afield for grazing.
16. verb be subject to fluctuation.
17. verb be piled up in banks or heaps by the force of wind or a current.