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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hunched

/hʌntʃt/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does hunched mean?

verb, adjective

To bend or curve the back, typically as a result of age, disease, or physical effort. Having the back bent or curved, typically in a way that is unattractive or awkward.

Example

"She hunched her shoulders as she walked through the cold wind."

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