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hobo

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Noun — A homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains.

Etymology

Origin unknown; possibly a contraction of "ho, boy" or linked to an old dialect word for a country bumpkin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hobo” mean?

The word “hobo” means a homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains. In plain terms, a wandering homeless traveler — or, separately, a slouchy style of handbag.

How do you pronounce “hobo”?

“Hobo” is pronounced HOH-boh (/ˈhoʊ.boʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hobo” in a sentence?

Here is “hobo” used in a sentence: “During the Great Depression, many hobos rode the rails looking for work.”

What part of speech is “hobo”?

“Hobo” is a noun.

Is “hobo” a common word?

“Hobo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “hobo” have?

“Hobo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains.

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