lump
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To hit or strike (a person).
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
If that's the only way you can fight, then you'd better be prepared to get lumped.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “lump” mean?
To hit or strike (a person).
Is “lump” formal or informal?
lump is generally slang.
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