hamfest

English

noun
Definitions
  • (informal) An event where amateur radio operators can meet up and trade equipment.

Etymology

Suffix from English ham (actor of low grade, region back of the knee joint, overacting inferior performer, incompetent pugilist).

Origin

English

ham

Gloss

actor of low grade, region back of the knee joint, overacting inferior performer, incompetent pugilist

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