bungee

See also: Bungee

English

Etymology

Shortening of bouncy spongy

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈbʌn.d͡ʒi/
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Noun

bungee (plural bungees)

An elastic fabric-bound strap with a hook at each end, used for securing luggage.
An elastic cord tied to the ankles of the jumper in bungee jumping.
(slang) A rubber eraser.

Derived terms

Translations

elastic strap for securing luggage

Finnish: mustekala (fi)
French: tendeur (fr) m, sandow (fr) m

Spanish: pulpo (es) m
Swedish: snodd (sv) c, stropp (sv) c

elastic cord used in bungee jumping — see bungee rope

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