Definition

Able to move freely or disperse in an environment, often used to describe animals that can travel or spread out easily.

Example

The vagile species of birds migrate thousands of miles each year in search of food.

Conversation

Did you know that some animals are more vagile than others?

Yeah, I read that they can move around easily in their habitats.

It's fascinating how being vagile can help them find food and escape predators.

Absolutely! It makes survival so much easier for them.

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Root Explanation

The word 'vagile' is derived from the Latin 'vagari' (meaning to wander) and the suffix '-ile' (meaning capable of or pertaining to). Thus, 'vagile' describes something that is capable of wandering or moving about freely.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wandering' ('vagari') to remember that 'vagile' means capable of moving around freely.

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