Humdinger: meaning, definitions and examples
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humdinger
[ หhสmหdษชลษr ]
informal usage
A humdinger is an outstanding or remarkable person or thing, often used to describe something that is particularly impressive or exciting. It can refer to a notable event or a remarkable achievement that stands out from the ordinary.
Synonyms
marvel, showstopper, stunner, whopper.
Examples of usage
- The concert last night was a humdinger that everyone will remember.
- She told a humdinger of a story that captivated the entire audience.
- This year's tournament was a humdinger with unexpected twists and turns.
Translations
Translations of the word "humdinger" in other languages:
๐ต๐น excepcional
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคพเคจเคฆเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Hochgenuss
๐ฎ๐ฉ yang luar biasa
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะฐะถะฐััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ sensacja
๐ฏ๐ต ็ด ๆดใใใ
๐ซ๐ท exceptionnel
๐ช๐ธ sensacional
๐น๐ท olaฤanรผstรผ
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋จํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฐูู
๐จ๐ฟ vynikajรญcรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ vรฝnimoฤnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไบไธ่ตท็
๐ธ๐ฎ izjemen
๐ฎ๐ธ frรกbรฆrt
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะผะฐัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแชแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรถhtษลษm
๐ฒ๐ฝ sensacional
Etymology
The word 'humdinger' emerged in American English in the late 19th century, around the 1900s. Its exact origins are somewhat obscure, but it is believed to be derived from a combination of words or possibly onomatopoeic in nature. The 'hum' part may suggest something buzzing or noteworthy, while 'dinger' evokes a sense of impact or impressive quality. Over time, 'humdinger' evolved to describe something extraordinary or noteworthy, particularly in informal contexts. It saw increased popularity in colloquial speech and eventually became a part of the broader American vernacular, typically used to express enthusiasm or admiration for remarkable events, situations, or characteristics.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,048, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.