two-humped
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B2
/tuː-hʌmpt/
two humps
Etymology
Etymology Information
'two-humped' originates from the combination of the numeral 'two' and the word 'humped', where 'humped' refers to having a raised, rounded shape.
Historical Evolution
'Humped' changed from the Old English word 'humpa' and eventually became the modern English word 'humped'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'humped' meant 'having a hump', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having two humps, typically used to describe camels.
The Bactrian camel is a two-humped species.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 05:23