bungee jump

verb

bungee jumped; bungee jumping; bungee jumps

intransitive verb

: to jump from a height while attached to an elasticized cord
bungee jumper noun

Examples of bungee jump in a Sentence

A few people were bungee jumping off the bridge while a crowd of people looked on.
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If outdoor adventure is your thing, you’ll be spoiled for choices, from bungee jumping near Lake Taupo to black water rafting in Waitomo Caves. Taryn White, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2023 Or in this case, a bungee jump off the (promotional consideration provided by) Strat Hotel and Casino. EW.com, 11 Feb. 2025 Rental car insurance: Coverage for collision, natural disasters, theft and vandalism Adventure travel and extreme sports: Up to $250,000 for international trips and $50,000 for sports like skydiving, bungee jumping or free diving. Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025 The Reel included footage of her dancing, swimming and even bungee jumping. Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bungee jump

Word History

First Known Use

1986, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bungee jump was in 1986

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“Bungee jump.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bungee%20jump. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

bungee jump

verb
: to jump from a high place while attached to an elastic cord
bungee jumper noun
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