used to mark a marching cadence

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of hep entry 1

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hup was in 1951

Dictionary Entries Near hup

Cite this Entry

“Hup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hup. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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