Bungee
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Bungee ( noun )
A strong elastic rope or cord, typically used for jumping from bridges or other high structures.
Origin:
Bungee cord is believed to have originated from the west country dialect word "bungie", which referred to a strong elastic rope made from strips of rubber. the word "bungee" was first used in the context of jumping in 1979.
Examples:
- He bungee jumped off the bridge to experience the thrill of free fall.
- The bungee cord stretched and contracted as the jumper bounced up and down.
- The bungee instructor carefully checked the equipment before the jump.
- Bungee jumping is an extreme sport that requires careful preparation and training.
- She screamed as she felt the rush of adrenaline during the bungee jump.
(As a verb)
Bungee ( verb )
A strong elastic rope or cord, typically used for jumping from bridges or other high structures.
Origin:
Bungee cord is believed to have originated from the west country dialect word "bungie", which referred to a strong elastic rope made from strips of rubber. the word "bungee" was first used in the context of jumping in 1979.
Examples:
- He bungee jumped off the bridge to experience the thrill of free fall.
- The bungee cord stretched and contracted as the jumper bounced up and down.
- The bungee instructor carefully checked the equipment before the jump.
- Bungee jumping is an extreme sport that requires careful preparation and training.
- She screamed as she felt the rush of adrenaline during the bungee jump.