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hummock

noun hum·mock \ˈhə-mək\

: a small hill

Full Definition of HUMMOCK

: a rounded knoll or hillock

: a ridge of ice

: ²hammock 2

— hummock verb

— hum·mocky \-mə-kē\ adjective

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alteration of ²hammock

First Known Use: 1555

HUMMOCK Defined for Kids

noun hum·mock \ˈhə-mək\

: a rounded mound of earth : knoll

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