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English word origin

Etymology of yomp

1980s British military slang. Unknown origin.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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verb

To make a strenuous long-distance march.

noun

A long-distance march carrying full kit.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

1980s British military slang. Unknown origin.

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