First Known Use: 1750
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dumpy
adjective \ˈdəm-pē\
: short and fat
: dirty and in bad condition
dump·i·erdump·i·est
Full Definition of DUMPY
1
: being short and thick in build : squat
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Origin of DUMPY
English dialect dump lump
DUMPIER Defined for Kids
dumpy
adjective \ˈdəm-pē\
dump·i·erdump·i·est
Definition of DUMPY for Kids
: having a short and round body
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