Bump

usgb/bʌmp/
verb

To hit something with force.

He bumped his head on the low ceiling.
Visual representation of "bump" - to hit something with force

Often appears as...

  • bump your head
  • bump into something
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Visual representation of "bump"
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Physical Impact

Describes unintentional physical contact.

Illustration for Physical Impact
Be careful not to bump the vase off the table.
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Gentle Collision

Can imply a light touch rather than a violent crash.

Illustration for Gentle Collision
The two dancers bumped elbows gracefully.
Visual representation of the word "Bump"

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