Meaning of the word "jump the gun" in English
What does "jump the gun" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
jump the gun
US /dʒʌmp ðə ɡʌn/
UK /dʒʌmp ðə ɡʌn/
Idiom
to do something too soon, especially without thinking carefully about it
Example:
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I think you're jumping the gun by buying a house before you even have a job.
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Don't jump the gun and announce the winner before all the votes are counted.