Definitions
v. To move slowly, carried by water or air.
漂流；飘移
v. To move or change gradually without clear purpose or control.
逐渐偏离；无目的移动
n. The general meaning of what someone says or writes.
大意；主旨
Example
We watched a fallen leaf drift across the pond.
我们看着一片落叶缓缓漂过池塘。
Without affordable housing and stable employment, young residents may gradually drift away from rural communities.
如果缺乏负担得起的住房和稳定的工作，年轻居民可能会逐渐离开农村社区。
Collocations
- drift apart
- drift off to sleep
- drift away
- get the drift
Word family
- drifter (n.)
- drifting (adj.)
Synonyms
- float
Usage tip
drift强调随水、风移动，或缺乏明确方向。
FAQ
- What does drift mean?
- To move slowly, carried by water or air. To move or change gradually without clear purpose or control. The general meaning of what someone says or writes.
- How is drift pronounced?
- UK /drɪft/, US /drɪft/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
