Entity: ADRIFT
ADRIFT refers to being without motive power, anchor, or mooring, often used to describe something floating without control or guidance.
ADRIFT
Etymology
The word ADRIFT originated from Old English 'on drifan,' meaning 'to float or drift.'
Definition
ADRIFT is a term used to describe something floating without control or guidance, not tied down or anchored.
Historical Context
The concept of being adrift has been prevalent in maritime history, where ships or boats without power or mooring would be at the mercy of the currents.
Cultural Significance
The idea of being adrift is often used metaphorically to describe feeling lost, directionless, or lacking purpose in life.
Related Concepts
Similar concepts include aimless, unmoored, and directionless.
See Also
- Float
- Drift
- Anchor
ADRIFT is a term used to describe something floating without control or guidance, not tied down or anchored.