noun
Uncommon
dumping
DUHM-pihng
Dumping (noun) means the act of discarding or disposing of something, especially carelessly or illegally. Example: “Illegal dumping of chemical waste polluted the river.”
noun
1
The act of discarding or disposing of something, especially carelessly or illegally.
"Illegal dumping of chemical waste polluted the river."
"The council fined him for the dumping of old mattresses beside the road."
"Fly-tipping, the dumping of rubbish in fields, spoils the countryside for everyone."
2
(economics) Selling exports at an artificially low price to undercut foreign competitors.
"The tariffs were imposed to counter alleged dumping by overseas manufacturers."
"Farmers complained that cheap imports amounted to dumping and threatened their livelihoods."
"The trade body accused the company of dumping steel on foreign markets."
How to use dumping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGetting rid of waste (often illegally), or selling goods abroad at unfairly low prices.
Common pairings
illegal dumping
dumping ground
anti-dumping tariff
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What does “dumping” mean?
The word “dumping” means the act of discarding or disposing of something, especially carelessly or illegally. In plain terms, getting rid of waste (often illegally), or selling goods abroad at unfairly low prices.
How do you pronounce “dumping”?
“Dumping” is pronounced DUHM-pihng (/ˈdʌmpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dumping” in a sentence?
Here is “dumping” used in a sentence: “Illegal dumping of chemical waste polluted the river.”
What part of speech is “dumping”?
“Dumping” is a noun.
Is “dumping” a common word?
“Dumping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dumping” have?
“Dumping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of discarding or disposing of something, especially carelessly or illegally.
What is the difference between dumping and littering?
Dumping usually refers to disposing of larger quantities of waste or unwanted items, often illegally and in bulk, while littering typically refers to smaller items like wrappers or bottles left carelessly in public spaces. Both involve improper disposal, but dumping implies a larger scale.
What does dumping mean in economics?
In economics, dumping refers to selling exports at an artificially low price, often below production cost, to undercut competitors in a foreign market. This practice can trigger trade disputes and anti-dumping tariffs between countries.
Is illegal dumping a criminal offense?
In most places, illegal dumping of waste, such as discarding trash or hazardous materials in unauthorized locations, is treated as a criminal or civil offense and can carry fines or other penalties.
