Meaning & Definition of Rover in English
Rover
One who roams or wanders from place to place.
Pronunciation:
/ˈroʊ.vər/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
roversDetailed Definitions
Definition: A person who travels around without a fixed destination.
Example Sentence: He was a rover, exploring the world with nothing but a backpack.
Definition: A vehicle designed for traveling on rough terrain, especially in space exploration.
Example Sentence: The Mars rover sent back stunning images of the planet's surface.
Definition: An unlicensed or undocumented boat or ship that sails in pirate-like fashion.
Example Sentence: The rover was notorious for raiding coastal towns.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English, from the verb 'roven' meaning to roam.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- rover ticket: A type of travel pass that allows unlimited travel within a certain area.
- rover scout: A youth members of the scouting movement, typically aged 14 to 18.
Translations
- Spanish: vagabundo
- French: errant
- German: Umherirrender
- Russian: блуждающий
Related Words
- wanderer: One who travels aimlessly from place to place.
- nomad: A member of a people having no permanent abode and who travel from place to place.
Slang Meanings of rover
Meaning: A person who frequently changes partners in romantic relationships.
Example Sentence: He's such a rover, never committing to anyone for long.
Meaning: A casual term for someone who loves to explore or adventurous.
Example Sentence: She's a rover at heart, always planning the next adventure.