noun
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jumping
JUHM-pihng
Jumping (noun) means the act of leaping into the air. Example: “Jumping over puddles is the best part of a walk in the rain.”
noun
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The act of leaping into the air.
"Jumping over puddles is the best part of a walk in the rain."
"The dog's constant jumping made it hard to keep the sofa clean."
"Jumping rope is great cardio exercise."
adjective
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Informal: lively, busy, and full of energy.
"The market was jumping on Saturday, with stalls packed and music playing everywhere."
"We found a jumping little bar full of dancing students."
"The club was jumping by midnight."
How to use jumping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of leaping, or informally, a place that's buzzing with energy.
When to use it
The "lively place" sense ("this club is jumping") is informal.
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Word forms
- Plural
- jumpings
- Comparative
- more jumping
- Superlative
- most jumping
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What does “jumping” mean?
The word “jumping” means the act of leaping into the air. In plain terms, the action of leaping, or informally, a place that's buzzing with energy.
How do you pronounce “jumping”?
“Jumping” is pronounced JUHM-pihng (/ˈd͡ʒʌm.pɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jumping” in a sentence?
Here is “jumping” used in a sentence: “Jumping rope is great cardio exercise.”
What part of speech is “jumping”?
Depending on how it is used, “jumping” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “jumping” a common word?
“Jumping” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jumping” have?
“Jumping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of leaping into the air.
What is the difference between jumping and leaping?
Both mean pushing off the ground into the air, but leaping usually suggests a longer, more graceful or energetic movement that covers distance, while jumping is the more general, everyday term. You might leap over a stream but jump on the spot.
What is the difference between jumping and hopping?
Jumping is leaping into the air and can involve one or both feet, while hopping usually means small jumps, often on one foot, or short springing movements in animals. Hops are typically smaller and repeated.
Is it spelled jumping or jumpping?
The correct spelling is "jumping," with a single "p." Because "jump" ends in a consonant preceded by another consonant, the "p" is not doubled when "-ing" is added.
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