Murph

/mɜrf/ noun

Definition

A nickname for Murphy; also used in military/police slang as a term for a fellow officer or comrade.

Etymology

A diminutive or informal shortening of the name Murphy, which itself comes from Irish 'Ó Murchadha' meaning 'descendant of Murchadh' (a given name meaning 'sea warrior').

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In crossfit culture, a 'Murph' is a famous workout named after a fallen Navy SEAL, and it's become a ritual—thousands do it every Memorial Day, creating a tradition where a nickname becomes a way to honor and remember sacrifice.

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