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wadalōn
Definition of "wadalōn" in Old High German
According to Gerhard Köbler's dictionary, "wadalōn" is attested in Old High German. Here's a breakdown of its meaning and usage:
Primary Meaning
The verb "wadalōn" means "to wander, roam, or move about".
It conveys the idea of repetitive or habitual motion, similar to the English "to meander" or "to rove."
Etymology
Derived from the Proto-Germanic root *wad-/wadaną ("to go, stride, wade").
The suffix "-lōn" is a frequentative marker, indicating repeated or ongoing action (e.g., sprangalōn = "to jump around repeatedly").
Related Terms
"watan": The base verb meaning "to go, stride, wade."
"wantalōn": A variant with similar meaning (to turn/move repeatedly).
Usage Context
The term likely described physical wandering (e.g., traveling without a fixed path).
It could also metaphorically describe mental or spiritual seeking (e.g., "wandering in thought")