Jump (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sudden and decisive increase; "a jump in attendance".
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 2
Descent with a parachute; "he had done a lot of parachuting in the army".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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- He had done a lot of jumps in the army, but this was his first civilian skydive.
- The instructor checked the equipment before the jump to ensure everything was secure.
- The jump from 10,000 feet was exhilarating, with the ground rushing up to meet him.
- After the jump, he felt a sense of relief and accomplishment, proud of facing his fears.
- The jump had been a thrilling experience, but he was glad to be safely back on the ground.
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Meaning 3
An abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues".
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 4
(film) an abrupt transition from one scene to another.
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 5
The act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground; "he advanced in a series of jumps"; "the jumping was unexpected".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 6
A sudden involuntary movement; "he awoke with a start".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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- Reflex Action
- Instinctive Reflex
- Physiological Reaction
- Reflex
- Innate Reflex
- Inborn Reflex
- Unconditioned Reflex