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pump

Pronunciation: [/pʌmp/]

Word

Learn how to use pump in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “machine”

(noun) a machine that moves liquid or gas from one place to another. Pumps are often used to get water out of wells or to put gas into a car.

Example

The pump at the gas station is working well.

Example

The pump in the basement broke, and now we can't get water out.

Example

Do you know how a pump works to move water?

Context: “action”

(verb) to push liquid or gas out of or into something using a pump. When you use a bike pump, you push air into the tires to make them full.

Example

She had to pump the air mattress to make it firm before guests arrived.

Example

He forgot to pump air into the basketball, so it was flat during the game.

Example

Can you pump up the inflatable pool for the party?

How to pronounce pump

Pronunciation: [/pʌmp/]

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