verb
General Slang
hump
HUMP · verb · slang
To march carrying a heavy load; a forced march.
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Definitions
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To carry or lift a load, especially on a long forced march under a full pack. Also the march itself.
“We humped twelve miles with full packs before dawn.”
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hump In A Sentence
We humped twelve miles with full packs before dawn.
Origin & Usage
US military; originally an Australian term meaning to carry one's swag (bundle).
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What does 'hump' mean in the military?
To march a long distance carrying a heavy pack, or the forced march itself.
Where does the military sense of 'hump' come from?
It traces to Australian slang for carrying one's swag (bundle of belongings), later adopted by US forces.
How is 'hump' used in a sentence?
Usually about a grueling march, e.g. 'We humped twelve miles with full packs.'
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