General
tump
What does tump mean?
To knock over or spill something, usually by accident; often "tump over."
"Careful, you're gonna tump that glass of tea."
Origin
Southern US dialect verb of uncertain origin; well documented across Texas and the South Midland.
Frequently asked questions
What does "tump" mean?
To tump means to tip or turn something over accidentally, usually spilling it—commonly said as "tump over."
How do you use "tump"?
Use it as a verb for accidental spilling, as in "Careful, you're gonna tump that glass of tea."
Where is "tump" used?
It's a Southern US dialect word, well documented across Texas and the South Midland, of uncertain origin.
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