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vamp

Meanings
  • noun

    A mythical or folkloric being who subsists by feeding on the vital force of living beings, especially by drinking the blood of humans.

    - "The vampire lurked in the castle, waiting for his next victim."
    - "Vampires are often depicted as having fangs and the ability to transform into bats."
Pronunciation




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  2. /væmp/



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  3. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75857705"
  4. /væmp/



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  5. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75857705"
  6. /væmp/



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Synonyms

patch
Rhymes
Words rhyming with vamp
camp , clamp , champ , gamp , hamp , jamp , lamp , map , pamp , ramp , tamp , wamp
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. Vamp (en) : A large, flat, wooden structure used to hold down a piece of fabric while it is being sewn, especially in the production of shoes or sails.

  2. Vamp (en) : To seduce or entice someone, especially by dressing attractively or using flattery.

Variants
List of all variants of vamp that leads to same result
vamp , vampish , vamps , vamped , vamping , vamper , vampers
Etymology
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The word 'vamp' comes from the Serbo-Croatian 'vampir', meaning 'corpse-drinker'. The term was popularized in English literature during the 19th century.

Trivia
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  1. The average vampire in folklore is said to be able to enter a house only if invited.

  2. The first known recorded use of the term 'vampire' was in 1725 in Serbia.

  3. Vampires are often depicted as being unable to enter a house with a crucifix or garlic, as these are believed to ward them off.

Related Concepts
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  1. Ghoul: A supernatural being or monster that feeds on human corpses or flesh.

  2. Werewolf: A mythical humanoid creature with the ability to transform into a wolf or wolf-like creature, typically under the influence of a full moon.

Culture
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Vampires have been a popular figure in folklore and literature for centuries, originating in Eastern Europe. They are often depicted as immortal beings who feed on the blood of the living. The concept of the vampire has been explored in various forms of media, including literature, film, and television.

How to Memorize "vamp"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize a vampire, imagine a creature with elongated canines, pale skin, and dark, piercing eyes. They may wear a cape and roam the night in search of their next victim.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'vampire' with the image of a bat, as they are often depicted together in popular culture.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Vampires are Vegetarian Animals, Preferably Inhuman' to help remember the definition of a vampire.

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