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nomad

/ˈnoʊ.mæd/
a person who travels from place to place

Nomads often live in tents and move with their herds.

This describes the lifestyle of people who travel frequently without a fixed home.


general

a person who travels from place to place, typically for work or lifestyle, without a permanent home

Digital nomads work remotely while traveling the world.

This refers to people who use technology to work from different locations.

The term can also describe animals that migrate seasonally.

Collocations

digital nomada person who works remotely while travelingnomadic lifestylea way of living that involves frequent travel

Synonyms

wanderertravelervagabonddrifter

Antonyms

settlerresident

Related Phrases

nomadic tribephrase
a group of people who travel together without a fixed home

Pro Tip

Usage in modern contexts

The term is often used for people who work remotely while traveling.

Gold Rule

Avoid negative connotations

While 'nomad' is neutral, related terms like 'vagabond' can imply aimlessness.

Word Origin

From Latin 'nomas' (Greek 'nómos'), meaning 'roaming in search of pasture.'

Usage Notes

The term can be used literally or metaphorically to describe someone who moves frequently.

Word Breakdown

nomad
one who roams
root
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