People who regularly move from place to place, usually without a permanent home, following animals or seeking resources.
From Greek 'nomás,' meaning 'wandering,' derived from 'nemos' (pasture). Originally described pastoral peoples who moved with their herds.
Nomadic peoples aren't 'primitive'—they developed sophisticated knowledge systems for reading landscapes, tracking animals, and surviving in harsh environments. Many ancient nomads were actually rich in trade goods and social connections!
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