Meaning & Definition of word "Tramp"
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Tramp
/træmp/
noun:
- 1. a person who travels from place to place on foot in search of work or opportunity.
- Example: The tramp wandered into town, looking for a warm meal and a place to sleep.
- 2. an idle or disreputable person, often associated with a nomadic lifestyle.
- Example: He felt ashamed of the way the tramp was treated by the townspeople.
verb:
- 1. to walk heavily or noisily.
- Example: She tramped through the muddy trail, leaving deep footprints behind.
- 2. to travel or hike over a distance, typically on foot.
- Example: They decided to tramp across the forest to reach the hidden lake.
Etymology
Middle English, from the word 'trampen' meaning to walk heavily or to tread.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tramp around:
To walk around casually or aimlessly.
tramp stamp:
A tattoo on the lower back of a woman.
Related Words
hiker:
A person who walks long distances, especially across country or in the woods.
vagabond:
A person who wanders from place to place without a home or job.
Slang Meanings of tramp
Meaning: A derogatory term for a promiscuous woman.
Example Sentence: She doesn't care what they call her; she's confident being a tramp.
Meaning: To move about in a clumsy or heavy manner.
Example Sentence: Don't tramp around the house in those muddy boots!