English · Daily Life
jump
/dʒʌmp/
[/dʒʌmp/]
to push yourself off the ground
Beginnerverb
Definition
To jump means to push your body up and off the ground.
Example
The dog can jump over the fence.
The dog can jump over the fence.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, first used in English in the 1500s, perhaps imitating the sound.
How & Where It’s Used
Common action verb for leaping movement.