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jumping

|jump-ing|

A2

/ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/

(jump)

leap or spring

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
jumpjumpsjumpedjumpedjumpingjumps
Etymology
Etymology Information

'jump' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'jumpe', where 'jumpe' meant 'to spring or leap'.

Historical Evolution

'jumpe' transformed into the modern English word 'jump'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to spring or leap', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'jump'.

The cat is jumping over the fence.

Synonyms

Adjective 1

characterized by or involving jumping.

The jumping competition was intense.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40