hump

22 synonyms for hump, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A rounded raised lump or bulge, such as on a camel's back or in a road.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

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Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

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Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A rounded raised lump or bulge, such as on a camel's back or in a road.

“The car slowed down for the speed hump.”

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2. verb

(informal) To carry something heavy, especially with effort.

“They humped their suitcases up four flights of stairs.”

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How to use hump

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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"Hump" also has crude slang meanings (for sex); use with care depending on context.

Etymology

Likely borrowed from Dutch or Low German words meaning "lump" or "heap," related to a wider Germanic root for something curved.

Full origin of hump →

Frequently asked questions

What does “hump” mean?

The word “hump” means a rounded raised lump or bulge, such as on a camel's back or in a road. In plain terms, a rounded bump — on an animal, road, or landscape — or, informally, to lug something heavy around.

How do you pronounce “hump”?

“Hump” is pronounced huhmp (/hʌmp/ in IPA).

How do you use “hump” in a sentence?

Here is “hump” used in a sentence: “The car slowed down for the speed hump.”

What is another word for “hump”?

Words with a similar meaning to “hump” include shoulder, tote, trek, walk, bone and ride.

What part of speech is “hump”?

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

Where does the word “hump” come from?

The word “hump” comes from Germanic. Likely borrowed from Dutch or Low German words meaning "lump" or "heap," related to a wider Germanic root for something curved.

Is “hump” a common word?

“Hump” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “hump” have?

“Hump” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rounded raised lump or bulge, such as on a camel's back or in a road.

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