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Hup (intj) means a shouted command used to start a marching step or spur a horse into action, especially to turn right. Example: “The drill sergeant barked "Hup, two, three, four!" as the platoon marched.”

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A shouted command used to start a marching step or spur a horse into action, especially to turn right.
"The drill sergeant barked "Hup, two, three, four!" as the platoon marched."

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In plain EnglishA sharp shouted cue used to kick off a march or urge a horse forward.

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Word forms

Third person singular
hups
Past tense
hupped
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The drill sergeant barked "_____, two, three, four!" as the platoon marched.

Etymology

A variant of hep, used as a marching or driving call.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hup” mean?
The word “hup” means a shouted command used to start a marching step or spur a horse into action, especially to turn right. In plain terms, a sharp shouted cue used to kick off a march or urge a horse forward.
How do you use “hup” in a sentence?
Here is “hup” used in a sentence: “The drill sergeant barked "Hup, two, three, four!" as the platoon marched.”
What part of speech is “hup”?
“Hup” is an intj.
What is the meaning of hup?
"hup" (intj) means a shouted command used to start a marching step or spur a horse into action, especially to turn right.

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