Dump
Pronunciation: /ˈdʌmp/
Dump (verb)
- To get rid of something unwanted by leaving it somewhere.
- To suddenly stop a romantic relationship with someone.
- To release or unload goods, often in large amounts.
Examples
- They decided to dump the old furniture.
- He dumped the broken toys in the trash.
Common collocations: dump rubbish, dump waste, dump a partner, dump someone, dump cargo
Dump (noun)
- A place where waste is taken and left.
- A place that is very untidy or dirty.
Examples
- The city built a new dump outside town.
- They took the old appliances to the dump.