wanda

/ˈwændə/

Definitions

1. noun

a female given name, derived from the Germanic word ‘wend,’ meaning ‘to wander’ or ‘traveler.’

“She was named Wanda after her grandmother, who loved to travel.”

2. proper noun

a place name, referring to a city in South Dakota, USA.

“We visited Wanda, South Dakota, and enjoyed the scenic views of the surrounding area.”

3. noun

a type of fantasy or supernatural being, often depicted as a witch or sorceress.

“In the fantasy novel, Wanda was a powerful sorceress with magical abilities.”

Synonyms

  • wandera
  • wendy

Antonyms

  • resident
  • settler