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hump 1. Pathol a rounded deformity of the back in persons with kyphosis, consisting of a convex spinal curvature 2. a rounded protuberance on the back of a camel or related animal How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| From its relative situation then, I should call this high hump the organ of firmness or indomitableness in the Sperm Whale. As there was nothing formidable nor hostile in his appearance, the bee-hunter, instead of suspending his operations, rather increased his efforts, in a manner which would seem to imply that he doubted whether the hump would suffice for the proper entertainment of all who were now likely to partake of the delicious morsel. If he would only respect the sacred Hump, he would be faultless. |
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