drifts

n a force that moves something along n the gradual departure from an intended course due to external influences (as a ship or plane) n a process of linguistic change over a period of time n a large mass of material that is heaped up by the wind or by water currents n a general tendency to change (as of opinion) n the pervading meaning or tenor n a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine v be in motion due to some air or water current v wander from a direct course or at random v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment v vary or move from a fixed point or course v live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely v move in an unhurried fashion v cause to be carried by a current v drive slowly and far afield for grazing v be subject to fluctuation v be piled up in banks or heaps by the force of wind or a current