bungee

/ˈbʌndʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who jumps from a high place, usually a bridge, tied to a bungee cord that stretches and then recoils, causing the person to bounce back up.

“The bungee jumped from the 300-foot bridge and survived the fall.”

2. verb

to jump from a high place, usually a bridge, tied to a bungee cord that stretches and then recoils, causing the person to bounce back up.

“She decided to bungee from the bridge to experience the thrill of the jump.”

3. noun

a type of elastic cord or rope used for bungee jumping or for securing loads.

“The bungee cord snapped under the weight of the heavy object.”

Synonyms

  • base jumper
  • parachutist

Antonyms

  • lifeguard
  • safety diver