pump

/pʌmp/ · noun

Meaning

A device for moving or compressing a liquid or gas.
An instance of the action of a pump; one stroke of a pump; any action similar to pumping
A device for dispensing liquid or gas to be sold, particularly fuel.
A swelling of the muscles caused by increased blood flow following high intensity weightlifting.
A ride on a bicycle given to a passenger, usually on the handlebars or fender.
The heart.
To use a pump to move (liquid or gas).
(often followed by up) To fill with air.
To move rhythmically, as the motion of a pump.
To shake (a person's hand) vigorously.
To gain information from (a person) by persistent questioning.
To use a pump to move liquid or gas.
A type of shoe, a trainer or sneaker.
A type of women's shoe which leaves the instep uncovered and has a relatively high heel, especially a stiletto (with a very high and thin heel)
A dancing shoe.
A type of shoe without a heel.

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