bum — meaning in English

English meaning

• boom verb To make a loud, deep, resonant sound.

Senses

bum is used for these senses in English:

• boom (sailing) A spar extending the foot of a sail; a spar rigged outboard from a ship's side to which boats are secured in harbour.
• boom A horizontal member of a crane or derrick, used for lifting.

boom — full definition

1. verb To make a loud, deep, resonant sound.
2. verb To grow or thrive rapidly, especially economically.
3. noun A sudden period of rapid growth or prosperity.
4. noun A long pole used to extend or support something, such as a sail, microphone, or crane load.

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