Hummer

/ˈhʌmər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that hums, especially a singer or musician who generates a low melody.

The hummer at the event captivated everyone with her beautiful voice.

A term for a hummingbird, a small colorful bird known for its rapid wing beats and ability to hover in mid-air.

The garden was filled with hummer buzzing around the flowers.

An informal term for a vehicle, especially associated with the Hummer brand of SUVs.

He loves driving his hummer off-road during weekends.

A term used in sports to describe a powerful hit or play.

He scored a hummer of a goal in the final minutes of the match.

The word 'hummer' is derived from 'hum', which denotes the action of producing a low, continuous sound.

hummer of a deal:

A particularly good or memorable agreement.

to hum a tune:

To sing softly without the lyrics, producing a melody.

to get one's hum on:

To enjoy oneself and be in a good mood.

A slang term for oral sex, particularly performed on a male.

He joked about getting a hummer after the party.

A powerful or impressive vehicle, often a Hummer SUV.

Check out that hummer parked outside; it's huge!