Etymology

humph

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Today it means: A sound, usually made with a closed mouth pouting, indicating annoyance, indignation, disapproval, doubt, or sighing. Full definition →

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humph · interjection, verb1

A natural utterance, first recorded in the mid-16th century.

Humph · proper noun2

Shortening.

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