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HOBO

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Hobo.

Hobo - as a noun

A vagrant

Example: "A homeless tramp"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clocharddrifterfloatervagabondvagrant
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A worker who moves around and works temporarily in different places

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
migrant worker

Hobo - as a verb

(perhaps pejorative) to be a hobo, tramp, bum etc.

Example: "Joe idly hoboed through half the country till he realized hoboing never gets you anywhere in life."

Example Sentences

"The hobo wandered the streets aimlessly, carrying all his possessions in a tattered backpack."
"The kind-hearted woman offered a meal to the hobo sitting outside the restaurant."
"During the Great Depression, many people became hobos and traveled across the country in search of work."
"The hobo hopped onto a passing train, seeking a free ride to the next town."
"At the park, children watched in awe as the hobo performed tricks with his juggling balls."
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Word Game Points

Is HOBO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hobo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HOBO has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is HOBO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hobo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOBO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is HOBO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hobo is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOBO has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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