What does dumping mean?
Dumping means present participle and gerund of dump.
Dumping
/ˈdʌmpɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of dump.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of dump
- The disposal of something no longer needed, or of no value.
- (economics, trading) Selling goods at less than their normal price, or even at a loss, especially in the export market as a means of securing a monopoly.
Example Sentences
NO DUMPING [sign posted to discourage lawless dumping of trash]
Synonyms for dumping
Antonyms for dumping
Related Words
Word Forms
- dumpings
Usage Notes
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How do you use dumping in a sentence?
NO DUMPING [sign posted to discourage lawless dumping of trash]
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