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Meaning & Definition of Rover in English

English

Rover

One who roams or wanders from place to place.


Pronunciation:

/ˈroʊ.vər/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

rovers

Detailed 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

wanderertravelerexplorernomad

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.