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humps and bumps


Meanings
  • Noun

    A series of small raised areas or mounds on a surface.

    - "The camel's hump is a store of fat that helps it survive in the desert."
    - "The road was filled with humps and bumps, making the journey bumpy."
  • Noun

    A small elevation or swelling on a body part.

    - "She had a bump on her head after falling off her bike."
    - "He had a lump or humps on his back, which was causing him discomfort."

Rhymes
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jumps , pumps , slumps , chumps , lumps
Variants
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nuts and bolts , nuts-and-bolts
Etymology
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The term 'humps' comes from the Old English word 'humpen', meaning 'to swell up'. The term 'bumps' comes from the Old English word 'bumpa', meaning 'a knoll or hillock'.


Trivia
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  1. The largest hump on a camel is not its hump but its hump is its largest organ.

  2. The term 'hump day' refers to the middle of the week, often considered the halfway point.

  3. The term 'bump' can also refer to a sudden increase or rise in something, such as stock prices or temperatures.


Related Concepts
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  1. Mounds: Related to humps and bumps, mounds are large, rounded heaps of earth, sand, or other materials.

  2. Bumps and bruises: Injuries characterized by swelling and discoloration of the skin, often caused by a blow or impact.


Culture
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In literature, 'humps and bumps' are often used metaphorically to describe uneven terrain or obstacles that must be overcome. In art, they can represent texture or form. In music, they can be used to create rhythm or melody.

How to Memorize "humps and bumps"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize humps and bumps, imagine a series of small mounds or elevations. You can also think of a camel's hump or a road with potholes.

  2. associate

    - To associate humps and bumps, think of uneven terrain or obstacles that must be overcome.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the word 'humps and bumps', you can use the mnemonic 'Humps are bumps under the sun' or 'Humps are bumps that make life fun'.


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