hummer
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈhəmɝ// UK //hˈʌmɐ// hum·mer
n. a very large, heavy, and powerful military vehicle. It is famous for being able to drive over rough ground and survive explosions.
n. a large, heavily armored, and high-clearance military vehicle designed for off-road mobility and combat. Often used as a metonym for the General Motors HMMWV (Humvee).
The soldiers drove their hummers across the desert.
The convoy of hummers moved slowly through the narrow mountain pass to avoid hitting the rocks.
While the original hummer was designed for battlefield logistics, its rugged frame and high ground clearance have made it a popular choice for extreme off-road enthusiasts and private security firms.
From hum + -er.