English dictionary
bump
/b/@/mp/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a lump on the body caused by a blow
Source: WordNet 3.0
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something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
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an impact (as from a collision)
ExamplesThe bump threw him off the bicycle.
Synonyms blowSource: WordNet 3.0
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A thump; a heavy blow.
Source: webster1913
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The noise made by the bittern.
Source: webster1913
verb
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knock against with force or violence
ExamplesMy car bumped into the tree.
Synonyms knockSource: WordNet 3.0
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come upon, as if by accident; meet with
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dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward
ExamplesBump and grind.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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assign to a lower position; reduce in rank
Source: WordNet 3.0
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remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied
Synonyms dislodgeSource: WordNet 3.0
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To strike, as with or against anything large or solid; to thump; as, to <i>bump</i> the head against a wall.
Source: webster1913
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To come in violent contact with something; to thump.
Source: webster1913
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To make a loud, heavy, or hollow noise, as the bittern; to boom.
Source: webster1913