Lunge

/lʌndʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A sudden forward thrust or movement, often used in combat or exercise contexts.

She performed a lunge during her workout to strengthen her legs.

A fencing attack made with a forward thrust.

The fencer executed a lunge to score a point against her opponent.

verb

To make a sudden forward thrust or movement, typically towards something.

The cat lunged at the mouse, but missed its target.

To move or extend a body part forward in a quick, forceful manner.

He lunged forward to catch the falling book.

From Middle English, derived from Old French 'lunger' meaning to dive or thrust.

lunge forward

To move ahead quickly in a sudden motion.

lunge at

To attempt to strike or grab something in a quick motion.

dive

To plunge into water headfirst.

thrust

To push or drive with force.

jump

To push oneself off the ground and into the air using the legs.

A sudden attempt to connect or engage, often in a flirtatious way.

He took a lunge at her to start a conversation.

To make a bold move or decision without hesitation.

She decided to lunge for the opportunity despite the risks.