jump
jump · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To push oneself off the ground or other surface using the legs.
- 2.
To move suddenly or quickly.
- 3.
To increase suddenly by a large amount.
- 4.
To attack suddenly.
- 5.
To pass over something by jumping.
- 6.
An act of jumping.
- 7.
A sudden increase.
- 8.
A sudden startled movement.
Phrases & expressions
- •jump the gun — act prematurely
- •jump to conclusions — make hasty judgments
- •jump at the chance — eagerly accept an opportunity
- •jump ship — leave an organization
- •jump through hoops — overcome many obstacles
- •take a running jump — go away (dismissive)
Related words
Etymology
From Middle English "jumpen," possibly of imitative origin or related to Low German "gumpen" (to jump). The word appeared in English in the 16th century and quickly replaced older terms for jumping.