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    Hobo (en. Hobo)

    /ˈhoʊ.boʊ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An individual who lives on the streets and moves from place to place, often doing temporary jobs.
    The hobo was looking for work in construction.
    El hobo buscaba trabajo en la construcción.
    A person who travels on freight trains due to lack of financial means.
    We saw several hobos getting on a train at the station.
    Vimos a varios hobos subiendo a un tren en la estación.

    Etymology

    It is believed to originate from 'homeward bound' or 'hoe-boy' in American English, which was used to refer to agricultural workers.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hobo code
    A system of symbols used by hobos to communicate.
    hobo code
    hobo jungle
    A place where hobos gather to rest or find food.
    hobo jungle
    hobo lifestyle
    A lifestyle characterized by homelessness and wandering.
    hobo lifestyle

    Related Words

    vagabond
    A person who travels without a fixed home.
    vagabundo
    beggar
    A person who begs on the street.
    mendigo
    nomad
    A person who moves from one place to another without permanently settling.
    nómada

    Slang Meanings

    Tramp
    In some regions, a hobo can also be called tramp.
    En algunas regiones, hobo también puede ser llamado tramp.
    Bum
    In English, a hobo can sometimes be referred to as bum.
    En inglés, un hobo puede ser referred a veces como bum.