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galumph – Word of the Day

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Definitions for galumph

to move along heavily and clumsily.

Quotes

It is at this point that one begins to feel embarrassed while other passengers galumph by with their luggage. — Stephanie Rosenbloom, “Flying Deluxe Domestic Coast-to-Coast for Around $1,000,” New York Times, January 23, 2015

Origin

Galumph is a 19th century invention from the mind of Lewis Carroll, and is perhaps a blend of gallop and triumphant.

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