A word used to describe a person who enjoys equestrian activities. Normally from a higher social
class, someone who is hurumph, is also likely to spend their weekends down the stables, wearing
tweed, visiting National Trust properties and events such as Henley Regatta and the
Oxford / Cambridge boat race.
A: I'll introduce you to Quentin, he
will be along in a
minute, he is just giving Rupert a lift home from the stables.
B: Ah, is he hurumph, I'll get the best
China out.