1. traveling from place to place, especially working or based in various locations at different times
2. relating to Aristotle’s philosophy or method of teaching while walking
Usage: philosophy; historical

1. a person who travels from place to place

Examples

• The peripatetic teacher visited three different schools each week.
• His peripatetic lifestyle made it difficult to maintain long-term friendships.
• The consultant led a peripatetic existence, constantly moving between client offices.
• Ancient Greek philosophers were known for their peripatetic discussions in the garden.
• She worked as a peripatetic music instructor for the county school district.
• The peripatetic nature of his job suited his love of travel.
• As a peripatetic, he never stayed in one city for more than a few months.