Definition

Describing someone who does not have a permanent home and often travels from place to place.

Example

The tramp wandered through the city, looking for a place to sleep for the night.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how some people live such a tramp lifestyle?

Yeah, it's interesting to see how they adapt to life on the move.

I wonder what it's like to not have a permanent home, just being tramp all the time.

It must be freeing in some ways, but also really challenging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To walk heavily or with a firm step, often for a long distance.

Example

They decided to tramp through the forest for hours.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I feel like I need to tramp around the park this weekend.

That sounds like a good idea! Fresh air is always nice.

Yeah, I just want to tramp through the trails and clear my head.

Definition

A person who travels on foot, often in a wandering or homeless manner, or someone who is considered promiscuous.

Example

The tramp wandered through the city, looking for a place to sleep.

Conversation

I just got back from a long tramp in the mountains.

That sounds amazing! How was the scenery?

It was beautiful, but my legs are sore from the tramp.

Definition

To walk heavily or noisily, often with the intention of making a mark or impression on the ground.

Example

He decided to tramp through the muddy fields despite the rain.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how we can just tramp through the fields on weekends.

Yeah, it's so refreshing to be outdoors like that.

Last time, I really enjoyed watching the sun set while we tramped around.

Root Explanation

Tramp → The word originates from Middle English 'trampen', meaning to tread or walk heavily. It is related to the Old English 'trampian', which also means to walk or tread. The term has evolved to describe a person who travels on foot, often in a vagrant or homeless context.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'treading heavily' as they walk — that's how you can remember that a tramp is someone who travels on foot, often in a wandering manner.

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