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to get rid of waste material, particularly in an unorganized manner
to end a relationship that one was romantically involved in, often in a way that is unexpected or unfair
What does "to dump" mean in relationship slang?
The verb "to dump" means to end a romantic relationship by breaking up with someone, usually in a direct or unilateral way. The structure uses "dump" to imply discarding or removing a partner from a relationship. It is informal and often sounds abrupt or emotionally insensitive. The term has been common in English slang for decades and is widely used in everyday conversation about breakups.
to knock down or defeat someone
to place something down in a rough, careless, or abrupt manner
to fall or drop suddenly
to export goods that are difficult to sell domestically by selling them at a lower price
a location where materials or supplies are stored for later use
a snapshot or copy of a computer's storage contents, typically used for analysis or backup
the act of excreting feces
What is the origin of the term "dump" and how is it used?
Dump is a slang term that appeared in English in the 19th–20th century to refer to the act of excreting feces. It likely comes from the basic meaning of "dump" as to drop or unload something, applied metaphorically to the body's waste. Historically, it was informal and crude, used in everyday or joking speech. Today it remains colloquial and vulgar, mainly appearing in casual, humorous, or blunt contexts rather than polite or medical conversation.
(volleyball) an unexpected hit by the setter over the net instead of setting it to a teammate
What is a "dump"?
A dump in volleyball is when the setter, instead of passing the ball to a teammate, quickly pushes or tips the ball over the net themselves to catch the opposing team off guard. The setter often uses a dump when the other team is expecting a pass or set to a hitter, making it harder for the defenders to block or return the ball. A successful dump requires good timing and the ability to deceive the opposing team into thinking a regular set is coming.
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