hempy

[hem-pee]

adjective

Scot.

1. mischievous; often in trouble for mischief.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hempy¹

1400–50; late Middle English hempi made of hemp ( hemp, -y ¹ ); hence, fit for hanging by a hemp rope, and, by attenuation, mischievous

Example Sentences

Scott Hempy, CEO of Filld, a mobile gas delivery service, said labor trends like working remotely or from home had contributed to the reduced interest in cars, and that ride-sharing would change the insurance industry to per mile charges, rather than a flat fee.

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He started Filld with Scott Hempy, who was recently featured in a Forbes “30 Under 30” roundup of young entrepreneurs with bold energy ideas.

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"It seems, at first glance, like not the most environmental," Hempy agreed.

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There is no point in arguing with people like Hempy.

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Scott Hempy was riding in the car with his wife a few months back when realized he was running low on gas.

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