to bump
Pronunciation
/bʌmp/

Definition & Meaning of "bump"in English

to bump
01

to accidentally hit a part of one's body against something, especially with great force and in a way that causes injury

to bump definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Movement verb
Regular
Present tense
bump
3rd person singular
bumps
Present participle
bumping
Past simple
bumped
Past participle
bumped
02

down of the duck

03

dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward

04

to unexpectedly come across or meet someone or something, often by chance

05

remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied

06

assign to a lower position; reduce in rank

07

to take a small amount of powdered drug, usually by snorting, often repeatedly

Slang

What does "to bump" mean in drug slang?

The phrase "to bump" means to snort a small amount of a powdered drug, usually cocaine or a similar stimulant, often in repeated small doses. The structure is informal slang where "bump" refers to a small quantity. It is commonly used in drug-related contexts to describe light or incremental intranasal use.

Bump
01

a swelling on the body caused by illness or injury

bump definition and meaning
02

a forceful impact or collision between objects, often resulting in a jolt or sudden movement

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
bumps
03

a raised area or small swelling on a surface

04

a popular dance style introduced in the 1970s in the United States, involving partners, typically one male and one female, bumping their hips to the beat of the music

What is the "bump"?

The bump is a fun and energetic dance style popular in the 1970s. It features simple, rhythmic movements where dancers perform a series of up-and-down motions, often bumping their hips or bodies in time with the music. The dance involves a lot of hip action and can be performed solo or with a partner. The bump is known for its playful and lively character, making it a favorite at social dance events and parties.

01

having poor quality or substandard characteristics

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
bummest
Comparative
bummer
gradable
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