Humvee
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Humvee, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A rugged, four-wheel-drive military vehicle used to transport troops and equipment.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from an attempt to pronounce the acronym HMMWV, "High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle."
Full origin of Humvee →Frequently asked questions
What does “Humvee” mean?
The word “Humvee” means a rugged, four-wheel-drive military vehicle used to transport troops and equipment. In plain terms, the tough military jeep-like vehicle that later inspired the civilian Hummer.
How do you pronounce “Humvee”?
“Humvee” is pronounced HUHM-vee (/ˈhʌm.viː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Humvee” in a sentence?
Here is “Humvee” used in a sentence: “The convoy of Humvees rolled through the desert at dawn.”
What part of speech is “Humvee”?
“Humvee” is a noun.