The term perambulant is an adjective derived from the Latin verb 'perambulare, ' which means to walk about. It is synonymous with the word ITINERANT, which means to travel from place to place. Perambulant is often used to describe people who travel from place to place, such as vagabonds, peddlers, and other nomadic individuals. It can also be used to describe animals that wander freely, such as birds or wild animals.