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drifter

The correct spelling is drifter.

How to pronounce drifter

noun

IPA: /ˈdɹɪftə/

Say it like: Dri-fte-r

The correct spelling is drifter. (sometimes derogatory) A person who moves from place to place or job to job.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.(sometimes derogatory) A person who moves from place to place or job to job.
  2. 2.A type of lightweight sail used in light winds like a spinnaker.
  3. 3.A driver who uses driving techniques to modify vehicle traction to cause a vehicle to slide or power slide rather than drive in line with the tires.
  4. 4.One who takes part in drift fishing.
  5. 5.A boat used for drift fishing.

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