Dump: meaning, definitions and examples

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dump

 

[ dสŒmp ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

waste management

Dump refers to a site for depositing garbage. It is typically a designated area where waste is disposed of by burying or burning. Dumps are often managed by local authorities or private companies.

Synonyms

garbage dump, landfill, rubbish tip

Examples of usage

  • The city dump is overflowing with trash.
  • They decided to close the old dump and open a new landfill.
  • We need to reduce our reliance on dump sites and focus on recycling.
Context #2 | Verb

informal

To dump something means to get rid of it quickly and without much thought. It can also refer to ending a romantic relationship abruptly.

Synonyms

break up, discard, dispose of

Examples of usage

  • She decided to dump all her old clothes and start fresh.
  • He dumped his girlfriend over a text message.
  • Don't just dump your responsibilities on others.

Translations

Translations of the word "dump" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น despejar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเค‚เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช abladen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ membuang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฒะฐะปะธั‰ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wysypisko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ€ใƒณใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉcharger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ verter

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถkmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ„๋ฆฌ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูƒุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vyloลพit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vyklopiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ€พๅ€’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odlagaliลกฤe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ losun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ำฉะณั–ะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ’แƒแƒ•แƒกแƒแƒงแƒ แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ poliqon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ verter

Word origin

The word 'dump' has its origins in the Middle English word 'dumpe', which meant 'a mournful song'. Over time, the meaning shifted to refer to a place where things are discarded. The usage of 'dump' in waste management contexts became more common in the 19th century with the rise of industrialization and urbanization.

See also: dumper.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,735 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.