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Dump - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Dump means to discard or get rid of something carelessly. It can also refer to a place where waste is stored. As a verb, it is often used informally to describe ending a relationship abruptly.

dump

/dʌmp/ /dʌmp/

Definition:

To discard or get rid of something carelessly; a place for waste disposal.

Synonyms:

discard, dispose of, unload, jettison

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

keep, retain

Common Collocations:

dump trash, dump site, dump truck, toxic dump

Derivatives:

dumper, dumping

Usage Tips:

Use "dump" as a verb for discarding items or as a noun for a waste site; avoid informal overuse.

Common Phrases:

down in the dumps, dump on someone, take a dump

Etymology:

Originated in Middle English from Old Norse "dumba" (to fall suddenly) or Dutch "dompen" (to plunge).

Examples:

  • 1. He decided to dump the old furniture.
  • 2. The city built a new dump outside town.
  • 3. She felt sad and down in the dumps.
  • 4. Don’t dump your problems on others!

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