Meaning of the word tramp in English
What does tramp mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tramp
US /træmp/
UK /træmp/
Noun
1.
a person who travels from place to place on foot in search of work or as a vagrant
Example:
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The old tramp walked along the dusty road, carrying all his possessions in a sack.
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He lived the life of a tramp, never settling in one place for long.
2.
a long walk, especially a difficult one
Example:
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We went for a long tramp through the hills.
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The soldiers began their arduous tramp across the desert.
Verb
walk heavily or noisily
Example:
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He heard someone tramping up the stairs.
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The children tramped through the mud, laughing.