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noun
a military vehicle that combines the features of a jeep with those of a light truck.
Origin:
1985–1990; from the pronunciation of the initials HMMWV for H(igh)–M(obility) M(ultipurpose) W(heeled) V(ehicle)
1985–1990; from the pronunciation of the initials HMMWV for H(igh)–M(obility) M(ultipurpose) W(heeled) V(ehicle)
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Humvee
is always a great word to know.
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| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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humvee
1991, Persian Gulf War military slang, rough acronym for high-mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicle.
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