Tromp: meaning, definitions and examples

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tromp

 

[ trษ’mp ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to blow loudly

To tromp means to produce a loud, resonant sound by blowing air through a trumpet or similar instrument. It can also imply making a booming noise while walking heavily or forcefully. The term can relate to both the act of playing a brass instrument and to walking with heavy steps, creating a rhythmic thumping sound. It is often used informally to describe an impressive or attention-grabbing performance.

Synonyms

blow, thump, trample

Examples of usage

  • He tromped through the forest, making noise with each step.
  • She tromped on the trumpet during the concert.
  • The children tromped around the puddles after the rain.

Translations

Translations of the word "tromp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trompa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅเคฐเคนเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trompete

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terompet

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ัƒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trฤ…ba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฉใƒณใƒšใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trompette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trompeta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท trumpet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠธ๋ŸผํŽซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trumpeta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trumpeta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐๅท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trompet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ trompet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั€ะพะผะฟะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ แƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trumpet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trompeta

Etymology

The word 'tromp' has its roots in Dutch, where 'trompen' means 'to beat or sound a trumpet'. This connection to the act of producing a loud noise through brass instruments dates back to the 17th century. The etymology encompasses ties to various European languages that reference sound-making, especially in relation to military or ceremonial music. Over time, 'tromp' evolved to include broader meanings associated with making a significant impact or being heavy-footed, especially in English-speaking contexts. It reflects a cultural significance tied to music and movement, integral in celebrations, marches, and performances.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,712, 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.