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bungee

Syllabification: (bun·gee)
Pronunciation: /ˈbənjē/
Definition of bungee

noun

(also bungee cord)
  • a long nylon-cased rubber band, used typically in bungee jumping or for securing luggage.

verb

[no object]
  • (as a sport) perform a bungee jump.

Origin:

1930s (denoting an elastic cord for launching a glider): of unknown origin

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