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/rʌmp/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the hind part of the body of a bird or mammal
The dog wagged its rump excitedly when it saw its owner.
the hindquarters of a human
She slipped on the ice and landed squarely on her rump.
the part of an animal carcass that includes the hind legs and the tail
The chef prepared a delicious rump roast for the dinner party.
a group of people who are considered to be less important or influential
The conference was attended by a rump of discontented members from the party.
Etymology
Middle English, variant of 'romp', of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rump and rumpus
A silly or playful activity.
shaking one's rump
To dance or move one's hips.
Related Words
butt
The rounded part of the body that a person sits on.
backside
A term for the rear part of the body.
behind
The rear side of something.
Slang Meanings
A person's buttocks.
She has a cute rump.
Someone who is acting silly.
He’s being such a rump today.