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bumper

noun

A mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
B
Ends with
R
Contains
UM
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈbʌmpə(ɹ)

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. A mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage

noun

  1. A glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast)

    “We quaffed a bumper of ale”

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Example Sentences

We quaffed a bumper of ale

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