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Bump
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Simple meaning
What does Bump mean?
A bump is a raised spot, or to bump means to hit lightly.
Dictionary definition
A raised spot on a surface; to bump means to hit or knock lightly.
Example sentences
Bump in a sentence
easy
There was a bump on the road.
medium
Try not to bump the table while carrying the drinks.
hard
The bike hit a small bump and bounced over the rough path.
Synonyms
Words like Bump
Antonyms
Opposite words
dipUse for a lower spot instead of a raised one.
smooth surfaceA surface without bumps.
Word family
Bump word family
Base word
bump
noun
bumps
More than one bump.
verb
bumped
Hit or knocked lightly in the past.
adjective
bumpy
Full of bumps or rough spots.
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Practice 1
What can bump mean?
A bump is a raised spot, and to bump means to hit or knock lightly.
Practice 2
Which word is closest to bump when it means hit lightly?
Knock can mean to hit lightly, similar to bump.
Practice 3
Which phrase is a useful contrast for bump?
A smooth surface has no bumps.
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