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nomadic

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adj/nəʊˈmæd.ɪk//noʊˈmæd.ɪk//nəʉˈmæd.ɪk/
  1. 1

    Of or relating to nomads.; Of or related to itinerant herdsmen.

    • For centuries, the nomadic tribes of Central Asia used colorful textiles called suzanis as seating, prayer mats, bedding and dividers in their yurts – the traditional tents that were their homes.
  2. 2

    Of or relating to nomads.; Of or related to any habitually wandering person or animal.figuratively

    • Neither vehicle has a set home base. Young explains: "They are 'nomadic' nationally employed assets that, rather than having a regular home depot, are generally deployed and maintained following a programme of works across the full network.

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