ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hmpf

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /hm̩f/ · Part of speech interjection

Quick meaning: Hmpf is an interjection meaning Alternative form of humph.

Meaning

Alternative form of humph.

Example Sentences

Then he looks at a framed photo from The Daily Pennsylvanian, with the headline “Professor Thayer Retires.” He looks into a mirror, stunned by the face he sees there. And then he says, “Hmpf.” […] Like many older people, I too often say “Hmpf” when I look in the mirror.

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Related dictionary entries include harrumph, gazumph, shlump, hamel, hurra, huzza.

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