Gypsy
noun
A member of a race of people who travel from place to place, traditionally living in caravans.
The gypsies set up camp outside the town.
Often appears as...
- gypsy caravan
- gypsy camp
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Neutral
adjective
Living or liking the life of a gypsy.
She leads a gypsy lifestyle, never staying in one place for long.
Often appears as...
- gypsy lifestyle
- gypsy spirit
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Neutral
noun
A person who moves often and does not live in one place for a long time.
He's a bit of a gypsy, always looking for the next place to explore.
Often appears as...
- a bit of a gypsy
- gypsy spirit
Usage tips
Neutral
Colloquial
noun
A member of a race of people who travel from place to place, traditionally living in caravans.
The gypsies set up camp outside the town.
Often appears as...
- gypsy caravan
- gypsy camp
Usage tips
Neutral
adjective
Living or liking the life of a gypsy.
She leads a gypsy lifestyle, never staying in one place for long.
Often appears as...
- gypsy lifestyle
- gypsy spirit
Usage tips
Neutral
noun
A person who moves often and does not live in one place for a long time.
He's a bit of a gypsy, always looking for the next place to explore.
Often appears as...
- a bit of a gypsy
- gypsy spirit
Usage tips
Neutral
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The term 'gypsy' specifically refers to the Romani people, an ethnic group with origins in South Asia.
Romani gypsies have a rich cultural identity, including their own language and traditions.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity Needed
'Gypsy' can be seen as pejorative or disrespectful; some prefer 'Romani' or 'Traveler'.
Many Romani individuals consider 'gypsy' an offensive term, preferring 'Romani' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Traditional Lifestyles
Historically, gypsies traveled for work, but not all modern Romani people are nomadic.
Although many gypsies have settled, some still maintain a traveling lifestyle.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The term 'gypsy' specifically refers to the Romani people, an ethnic group with origins in South Asia.
Romani gypsies have a rich cultural identity, including their own language and traditions.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity Needed
'Gypsy' can be seen as pejorative or disrespectful; some prefer 'Romani' or 'Traveler'.
Many Romani individuals consider 'gypsy' an offensive term, preferring 'Romani' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Traditional Lifestyles
Historically, gypsies traveled for work, but not all modern Romani people are nomadic.
Although many gypsies have settled, some still maintain a traveling lifestyle.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The term 'gypsy' specifically refers to the Romani people, an ethnic group with origins in South Asia.
Romani gypsies have a rich cultural identity, including their own language and traditions.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity Needed
'Gypsy' can be seen as pejorative or disrespectful; some prefer 'Romani' or 'Traveler'.
Many Romani individuals consider 'gypsy' an offensive term, preferring 'Romani' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Traditional Lifestyles
Historically, gypsies traveled for work, but not all modern Romani people are nomadic.
Although many gypsies have settled, some still maintain a traveling lifestyle.
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Cory Richards: Pushing...
to talk about things in a cultural context. The Bajau, they were sea gypsies. They always used subsistence fishing. They lived on the ocean, and from the ocean. And as the Indonesian government has started to mandate that they stay in one spot, that has changed everything. How do you tell that story? That's a very important story. Why?
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Modern Lives, Ancient...
here in sacramento on the outskirts of society the zambra flamenco specific to this region was born hundreds of years similar to the caves it was an act of resistance until these days these gypsy families retain their traditional cave lifestyle alive with more strength than ever
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Tim Cope: On the Trail...
it's a good question at the end of the journey I can make a decision about what to do with them and they'd become my family literally and I decided to give my horses to an orphanage and this was the moment when I handed them over it was an orphanage mostly for gypsy
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Safari Live - Day 329 PIPE...
one of the most untidy spider's webs that you will find it looks like a sort of I guess derelict gypsy colony if you like it is detritus all over the place it looks like the you know the male's clearly aren't doing anything to help
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Destination Spain PIPE...
oriental and gypsy influences blending together to produce this world-renowned sound and if you're really lucky you might catch a - of flamenco not on a stage but in its rise most authentic form as a spontaneous outburst late at
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Why should you read "One...
time moves in an almost cyclical manner. Many characters have similar names and features to their forebears, whose mistakes they often repeat. Strange prophecies and visits from mysterious gypsies
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National Geographic...
beaches of Southern California I was born a gypsy born with a curious heart destined to use photography as a passport so I'd love to share some images my photographic journey began in
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America Ferrera: My...
On the red tiles in my family's den I would dance and sing to the made-for-TV movie "Gypsy," starring Bette Midler.
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Cat Diversity PIPE National...
on their terms they flourish as scavengers in big cities and gypsies in rural outposts
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Cat Clues PIPE National...
scavengers in big cities and gypsies in rural outposts
Video examples
Cory Richards: Pushing...
to talk about things in a cultural context. The Bajau, they were sea gypsies. They always used subsistence fishing. They lived on the ocean, and from the ocean. And as the Indonesian government has started to mandate that they stay in one spot, that has changed everything. How do you tell that story? That's a very important story. Why?
Video examples
Modern Lives, Ancient...
here in sacramento on the outskirts of society the zambra flamenco specific to this region was born hundreds of years similar to the caves it was an act of resistance until these days these gypsy families retain their traditional cave lifestyle alive with more strength than ever
Video examples
Tim Cope: On the Trail...
it's a good question at the end of the journey I can make a decision about what to do with them and they'd become my family literally and I decided to give my horses to an orphanage and this was the moment when I handed them over it was an orphanage mostly for gypsy
Video examples
Safari Live - Day 329 PIPE...
one of the most untidy spider's webs that you will find it looks like a sort of I guess derelict gypsy colony if you like it is detritus all over the place it looks like the you know the male's clearly aren't doing anything to help
Video examples
Destination Spain PIPE...
oriental and gypsy influences blending together to produce this world-renowned sound and if you're really lucky you might catch a - of flamenco not on a stage but in its rise most authentic form as a spontaneous outburst late at
Video examples
Why should you read "One...
time moves in an almost cyclical manner. Many characters have similar names and features to their forebears, whose mistakes they often repeat. Strange prophecies and visits from mysterious gypsies
Video examples
National Geographic...
beaches of Southern California I was born a gypsy born with a curious heart destined to use photography as a passport so I'd love to share some images my photographic journey began in
Video examples
America Ferrera: My...
On the red tiles in my family's den I would dance and sing to the made-for-TV movie "Gypsy," starring Bette Midler.
Video examples
Cat Diversity PIPE National...
on their terms they flourish as scavengers in big cities and gypsies in rural outposts
Video examples
Cat Clues PIPE National...
scavengers in big cities and gypsies in rural outposts
Example 1 of 10
Quote examples
Drew Barrymore
American Actress
There are a lot of us little gypsies out there that need to go and find another place you know. A safer, healthier or just a different venue in order to develop and find ourselves. I am so lucky to live the life that I do.
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Genevieve O'Reilly
Irish Actress
Me and my husband make decisions together, and we think of the children always, as a lot of jobs take you away as an actor, and it's a bit of a gypsy lifestyle.
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Jennifer Stone
American Actress
During the summertime, I really like to dress like a gypsy. I love that whole lifestyle and the whole mixing of fabrics and flowy materials.
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Rupert Friend
English Actor
I can only go places because I know that I can go away from them, if that makes sense. I like the gypsy lifestyle that filming affords.
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Jeremy Irons
English Actor
I wanted to become an actor because I wanted to become a gypsy. I wanted to live the gypsy life!
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Mick Hucknall
English Singer
You live the life of a gipsy when you are on tour, and that's not ideal for family life.
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Tamlyn Tomita
Japanese Actress
I've been really lucky and been able to live a gypsy life for a long time.
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Thayer David
American Actor
I've played four characters now, my latest one being Sandor the gypsy.
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Gail Kim
Canadian Wrestler
I've lived a gypsy life and wouldn't know any other way to live.
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Brie Larson
American Actress
I don't really have any people in my life who aren't gypsies.
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Drew Barrymore
American Actress
There are a lot of us little gypsies out there that need to go and find another place you know. A safer, healthier or just a different venue in order to develop and find ourselves. I am so lucky to live the life that I do.
Quote examples
Genevieve O'Reilly
Irish Actress
Me and my husband make decisions together, and we think of the children always, as a lot of jobs take you away as an actor, and it's a bit of a gypsy lifestyle.
Quote examples
Jennifer Stone
American Actress
During the summertime, I really like to dress like a gypsy. I love that whole lifestyle and the whole mixing of fabrics and flowy materials.
Quote examples
Rupert Friend
English Actor
I can only go places because I know that I can go away from them, if that makes sense. I like the gypsy lifestyle that filming affords.
Quote examples
Jeremy Irons
English Actor
I wanted to become an actor because I wanted to become a gypsy. I wanted to live the gypsy life!
Quote examples
Mick Hucknall
English Singer
You live the life of a gipsy when you are on tour, and that's not ideal for family life.
Quote examples
Tamlyn Tomita
Japanese Actress
I've been really lucky and been able to live a gypsy life for a long time.
Quote examples
Thayer David
American Actor
I've played four characters now, my latest one being Sandor the gypsy.
Quote examples
Gail Kim
Canadian Wrestler
I've lived a gypsy life and wouldn't know any other way to live.
Quote examples
Brie Larson
American Actress
I don't really have any people in my life who aren't gypsies.
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