HM mule
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Meaning · English
Synonym of HM slave.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
After those, it shows off some of the rideable Pokémon - that's right, you can ride upon select Pokémon, including Charizard! This looks like an end to requiring an HM Mule on your team, so that you can Cut, Surf and Fly around the map.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “HM mule” mean?
Synonym of HM slave.
Is “HM mule” formal or informal?
HM mule is generally slang.