Meaning of the word "drift away" in English

What does "drift away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

drift away

US /drɪft əˈweɪ/
UK /drɪft əˈweɪ/

Phrasal Verb

to gradually move away from someone or something, either physically or emotionally

Example:
The boat slowly began to drift away from the shore.
After college, we started to drift away from each other.