straggle

(noun) a wandering or disorderly grouping (of things or persons). Examples: "A straggle of outbuildings." "A straggle of followers."

(verb) wander from a direct or straight course. Synonyms: sidetrack, depart, digress.

(verb) go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way. Synonyms: sprawl. Examples: "Branches straggling out quite far."