Rump: meaning, definitions and examples
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rump
[ rสmp ]
body part
The term 'rump' refers to the hind part of an animal's body, particularly the back end. It is commonly used to describe the posterior of quadrupeds, including cattle and sheep. In human context, it may also refer informally to the buttocks.
Synonyms
backside, buttocks, hindquarters, rear.
Examples of usage
- The cow's rump is quite muscular.
- She fell right on her rump.
- He placed his hands on her rump.
- The butcher cut the meat from the rump.
Translations
Translations of the word "rump" in other languages:
๐ต๐น rump
- traseiro
- nรกdegas
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคงเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Hintern
- Gesรคร
- Po
๐ฎ๐ฉ bokong
๐บ๐ฆ ะทะฐะด
- ััะดะฝะธัั
- ะบััะฟ
๐ต๐ฑ zadek
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฐป
๐ซ๐ท fesses
๐ช๐ธ trasero
- nalgas
- pompis
๐น๐ท kalรงa
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฉ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุคุฎุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ zadek
๐ธ๐ฐ zadok
๐จ๐ณ ่้จ
๐ธ๐ฎ zadnjica
๐ฎ๐ธ rassi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐััาั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แซแแงแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ arxa
๐ฒ๐ฝ trasero
Etymology
The word 'rump' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old Norse word 'rumpr'. The term has been used in the English language since the 14th century and historically referred to the hind part of animals, particularly in the context of meat cuts. Its meaning has broadened over time to include informal references to human anatomy. The connection to the culinary world persists, especially in butchery, where the rump section of meat is prized for its flavor and tenderness. The usage of 'rump' in various phrases and idioms has also appeared in literature and common speech, cementing its place in the English language.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,569, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 17566 anvil
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- 17569 rump
- 17570 engulfed
- 17571 inquisitive
- 17572 arithmetical
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