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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Vagabo(u)nding, pres. p. and ppl. adj. [e.m.E. vagabo(u)nding (both a1586).] Wandering, straying; roaming like a vagabond. —1611-57 Mure Dido & Æneas iii 27.
[Dido] vagabounding in ane heavy cace Through fields vnknowne 1632 Lithgow Trav. iii 111.
A vagabonding guest, transported here and there 1632 Lithgow Trav. iii 111.
Concerning vagabonding Greekes and their counterfeit testimonials a1649 Drummond I 13/141.
I … On euery part my vagabounding sight Did cast
