What can I say instead of hobo?
What can I say instead of hobo?
Synonyms of hobo
- beggar.
- tramp.
- bum.
- vagabond.
- vagrant.
- transient.
- swaggie.
- swagman.
Do hobos still jump trains?
For a variety of reasons the practice is less common in the 21st century, although a community of freight-train riders still exists. Typically, hoppers will go to a rail yard where trains stop to pick up and unload freight and switch out crew.
Can a hobo be a woman?
Female hobos, also known as “hobo women,” were a common sight during the Great Depression in the United States. Many female hobos were single mothers who had lost their homes and means of support. Female hobos often traveled with their children and were known for their resourcefulness and resilience.