hummer
Hummer (noun) means informal name for a Humvee or similar large, boxy off-road vehicle. Example: “He pulled up to the club in a bright yellow Hummer.”
How to use hummer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually means either the Hummer vehicle brand or, informally, a hummingbird.
Word forms
hummers plural, hummers plural, Hummers plural
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He pulled up to the club in a bright yellow _____.
Etymology
From hum + -er — originally just "something that hums."
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Rhymes for hummer
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What does “hummer” mean?
The word “hummer” means informal name for a Humvee or similar large, boxy off-road vehicle. In plain terms, usually means either the Hummer vehicle brand or, informally, a hummingbird.
How do you pronounce “hummer”?
“Hummer” is pronounced HUHM (/ˈhʌmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hummer” in a sentence?
Here is “hummer” used in a sentence: “He pulled up to the club in a bright yellow Hummer.”
What part of speech is “hummer”?
“Hummer” is a noun.
How many meanings does “hummer” have?
“Hummer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal name for a Humvee or similar large, boxy off-road vehicle.