harumph

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Meaning

1. interjection An expression of disdain, disbelief, protest, refusal or dismissal.

   Harumph! She is welcome to try, but I'm not going to bother helping.

2. noun An expression of disdain, disbelief, protest, or dismissal; a huff, grunt, or snort.

   I didn't get a harumph out of that guy.

3. verb To make a huffing or snorting sound of disdain or dismissal; to show one's disdain.

Similar words

harrumph huff grunt grumph hiss gruntling grumble murmur hoot gruntle

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