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jump

/dʒʌmp/

[/dʒʌmp/]

to push yourself off the ground

Beginnerverb

Definition

To jump means to push your body up and off the ground.

Example

The dog can jump over the fence.

The dog can jump over the fence.

Etymology

Of uncertain origin, first used in English in the 1500s, perhaps imitating the sound.

How & Where It’s Used

Common action verb for leaping movement.

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