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Hummel

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Noun — An animal, such as a stag or cow, that lacks the horns or antlers normally expected of its kind.

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Etymology

From an old Germanic root meaning "to mutilate or cut short," related to the English word "hamble" and to Low German and Bavarian words for hornless animals.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hummel” mean?

The word “Hummel” means an animal, such as a stag or cow, that lacks the horns or antlers normally expected of its kind. In plain terms, describes something — an animal or a cereal crop — that is naturally or artificially missing its horns or bristly bits.

How do you pronounce “Hummel”?

“Hummel” is pronounced HUHML (/ˈhʌm(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hummel” in a sentence?

Here is “Hummel” used in a sentence: “The farmer pointed out the hummel grazing quietly among the horned cattle.”

What part of speech is “Hummel”?

Depending on how it is used, “Hummel” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “Hummel” come from?

The word “Hummel” comes from Germanic. From an old Germanic root meaning "to mutilate or cut short," related to the English word "hamble" and to Low German and Bavarian words for hornless animals.

How many meanings does “Hummel” have?

“Hummel” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an animal, such as a stag or cow, that lacks the horns or antlers normally expected of its kind.

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