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to pump
01
pumpen, fördern
to make gas or liquid move in a certain direction using a mechanical action
Transitive: to pump a gas or liquid somewhere
Beispiele
He had to pump air into the bicycle tires to ensure a smooth ride.
Er musste Luft in die Fahrradreifen pumpen, um eine reibungslose Fahrt zu gewährleisten.
The gas station attendant helped pump fuel into the car's tank.
Der Tankstellenmitarbeiter half, Kraftstoff in den Tank des Autos zu pumpen.
02
einspritzen, pumpen
to infuse or inject something, such as energy, resources, or vitality, into a system, environment, or situation
Transitive: to pump energy or resources into an activity or system
Beispiele
The government decided to pump billions of dollars into the healthcare system to improve access to medical services.
Die Regierung beschloss, Milliarden von Dollar in das Gesundheitssystem zu pumpen, um den Zugang zu medizinischen Dienstleistungen zu verbessern.
The company pumped significant funds into research and development to innovate new products.
Das Unternehmen pumpte erhebliche Mittel in Forschung und Entwicklung, um neue Produkte zu innovieren.
03
verhören, ausfragen
to interrogate someone persistently or forcefully to obtain information
Transitive: to pump sb for information
Beispiele
He pumped his friend for information about the surprise party.
Er verhörte seinen Freund, um Informationen über die Überraschungsparty zu bekommen.
She pumped her children for details about their day at school.
Sie verhörte ihre Kinder, um Einzelheiten über ihren Tag in der Schule zu erfahren.
04
pumpen, in unregelmäßigen Stößen fließen
to move or flow in a pulsating or irregular manner, with interruptions or fluctuations in the flow
Intransitive
Beispiele
The oil pumped slowly from the ground as the drilling rig continued its operation.
Das Öl wurde langsam aus dem Boden gepumpt, während die Bohrplattform ihren Betrieb fortsetzte.
The lava pumped slowly from the volcano's crater, flowing down its slopes.
Die Lava pumpte langsam aus dem Krater des Vulkans und floss seine Hänge hinab.
05
pumpen, auf und ab bewegen
to apply forceful or repetitive upward and downward motions
Transitive: to pump a lever
Beispiele
She pumped the handle of the well to draw water to the surface.
Sie pumpte den Hebel des Brunnens, um Wasser an die Oberfläche zu befördern.
He pumped the bicycle pedals to gain speed while riding uphill.
Er pumpte die Fahrradpedale, um beim Bergauffahren Geschwindigkeit zu gewinnen.
06
pumpen, voll aufdrehen
(surfing) waves that are consistently strong, powerful, and ideal for surfing
Informal
SpecializedBeispiele
The waves are absolutely pumping today — let ’s hit the water!
Die Wellen sind heute absolut stark—lass uns ins Wasser gehen!
You know it ’s a good session when the swell keeps pumping like this.
Du weißt, es ist eine gute Session, wenn die Wellen so weiter pumpen.
Pump
01
Ballettschuh, Tanzschuh
an open and flat women's shoe, similar to a ballerina's shoe, usually worn for dancing or exercising
Dialect
British
British
Beispiele
She wore pumps to the dance class.
Sie trug Ballettschuhe zum Tanzkurs.
Pumps are comfortable for light exercise and casual outings.
Ballettschuhe sind bequem für leichte Übungen und lockere Ausflüge.
02
the hollow muscular organ that rhythmically contracts to circulate blood through the body
Beispiele
A defective pump can lead to serious health issues.
Exercise strengthens the pump.
03
a lightweight, low-cut athletic shoe, typically made of canvas with a rubber sole
Dialect
American
American
Beispiele
Children wore red canvas pumps for gym class.
She slipped on her pumps before heading to practice.
04
Pumpe, mechanische Pumpe
a mechanical device or machine that is used to move fluids or gases from one place to another by creating a flow or pressure
Beispiele
The water pump in the car engine ensures that coolant circulates to prevent overheating.
Die Wasserpumpe im Automotor sorgt dafür, dass Kühlmittel zirkuliert, um Überhitzung zu verhindern.
Industrial processes often rely on pumps to transfer liquids from one part of the production line to another.
Industrielle Prozesse verlassen sich oft auf Pumpen, um Flüssigkeiten von einem Teil der Produktionslinie zum anderen zu transportieren.
05
a type of shoe, often with a low-cut upper that does not cover the ankle, designed for comfort, sometimes worn as a high heel
DialectAmerican
AmericanBeispiele
She bought a pair of black leather pumps for the office.
Evening pumps often feature a modest heel.
06
Muskelpumpe, Muskelschwellung
the temporary swelling and firmness of muscles during or after weight training
SlangBeispiele
I always chase the pump during arm day.
Ich jage immer den Pump am Armtag.
That workout gave me an insane chest pump.
Dieses Training gab mir einen verrückten Brust-Pump.
Lexikalischer Baum
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