IPA: /dʒʌmp/
KK: /dʒʌmp/
To spring off the ground using your legs, moving upward or forward in the air.
The dog loves to jump over the fence.
Past: jumped
Past Participle: jumped
A sudden movement upward or forward, often involving a leap or spring from a surface.
The athlete made an impressive jump over the high bar during the competition.
To spring off the ground or to cause something to leap into the air.
She jumped the horse over the fence during the competition.
Past: jumped
Past Participle: jumped
The word 'jump' originates from Middle English 'jumpe', which is of uncertain origin but may be related to the Old French 'jompier', meaning to leap or spring. The word describes the action of leaping or springing off the ground.
Think of the action of leaping or springing into the air — that's what 'jump' means.