Pompée (en. Pumped)
/pɔ̃.pe/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
State of being filled with air or liquid by pumping.
The pumping of air into the balloon was successful.
La pompée de l'air dans le ballon a été réussie.
Material or object that has been inflated.
The tires are pumped to ensure good grip.
Les pneus sont pompés pour assurer une bonne adhérence.
verb
Action of filling something by pumping.
He pumped the water from the well to water the garden.
Il a pompé l'eau du puits pour arroser le jardin.
Etymology
From the verb pump.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be pumped
To be tired or exhausted.
être pompé
to do the pump
To exaggerate a situation or to boast.
faire la pompe
Related Words
pump
Device used to move liquids or gases.
pompe
firefighter
Firefighting service.
pompier
pumping
Action of moving a fluid.
pompage
Slang Meanings
To have a lot of energy or enthusiasm.
He is really pumped tonight, ready to party!
Il est vraiment pompée ce soir, prêt à faire la fête !
To be under pressure, whether emotionally or physically.
With all these exams, I am completely pumped.
Avec tous ces examens, je suis complètement pompée.