Bumping
/ˈbʌm.pɪŋ/noun
Present participle of bump, meaning to strike or jolt something suddenly.
Did you know?English bump is probably imitative in origin, meaning its power comes from sound itself rather than a neat ancient root, which is why it feels so physical and immediate.
Etymological Timeline
Early Modern English
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bump
“to strike or knock against with a dull, heavy sound”
Modern English
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bumping
“striking or jolting; moving with repeated impacts”
Modern English
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bump
“a sudden blow, jolt, or swelling”
Modern English
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bumping
“present participle form used for ongoing or repeated impact”