Hunchback: meaning, definitions and examples

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hunchback

 

[ หˆhสŒnสงbรฆk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

physical condition

A hunchback refers to a person who has a pronounced abnormal curvature of the spine, resulting in a hunched or stooped posture. This condition can lead to various health issues, both physical and psychological, as individuals may face societal stigma or reduced mobility. It can be caused by conditions such as scoliosis or osteoporosis, and sometimes it is the result of genetic factors. The term 'hunchback' is often portrayed in literature and film, most notably in Victor Hugo's 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame', illustrating both the challenges and humanity of those affected.

Synonyms

kyphosis, stoop, stooped posture

Examples of usage

  • The hunchback struggled to stand straight.
  • Historically, hunchbacks were subject to discrimination.
  • He was often referred to as the hunchback due to his appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "hunchback" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corcunda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฌเคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Buckel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bongkok

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะธะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ garbusek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ƒŒไธญใŒๆ›ฒใŒใฃใŸไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bossu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jorobado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kambur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณฑ์‚ฌ๋“ฑ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุญุฏุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrbรกฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrbรกฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉผ่ƒŒ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hryggskรถrรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั€ะธะฒะฑะตะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ แƒฃแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qambur

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jorobado

Etymology

The term 'hunchback' has its origins in the Middle Ages, derived from the combination of 'hunch,' which means a lump or bump, and 'back,' referring to the spine. The word 'hunch' itself is thought to come from the Old English word 'hyncc', meaning a lump. Historically, hunchbacks were viewed with fear and superstition, often depicted as outcasts in society. In literature, the hunchback became a symbol of suffering and isolation, epitomized by characters like Quasimodo in Victor Hugo's 1831 novel. This portrayal has contributed to the stigmatization of individuals with spinal deformities, but contemporary views increasingly promote understanding and acceptance.