Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sumpter

noun

/ˈsʌmp.tər/

Definition

A pack animal, especially one used for carrying goods.

Examples

The travelers employed a sumpter to carry their supplies through the mountain pass.
In historical times, sumpters played a crucial role in trade caravans.
The farm had several sumpters to help with transporting goods to the market.

Meaning

The term ‘sumpter’ refers to a horse, mule, or other animal that is trained to carry loads, typically used in the context of transporting goods over land.