Peregrinate
/ˈpɛr.ɪ.ɡrɪ.neɪt/noun
To travel or wander, especially in foreign lands.
Did you know?The term 'peregrinate' comes from a root meaning 'foreigner' or 'stranger', hinting at the ancient belief that travel could transform one's identity.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
peregrinari
“to travel abroad, to wander as a stranger.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
peregrinus
“foreigner, wanderer.”
Old French
Old French
peregriner
“to travel, to wander.”
Middle English
Middle English
peregrinaten
“to travel or wander in foreign lands.”
Modern English
English
peregrinate
“to journey or wander, particularly in distant places.”
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