Meaning of the word tumble in English

What does tumble mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tumble

US /ˈtʌm.bəl/

UK /ˈtʌm.bəl/

a sudden or headlong fall.

Example:

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I took a tumble in the nettles

Synonym:

fall trip spill nosedive header cropper

a handspring, somersault in the air, or other acrobatic feat.

(typically of a person) fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong.

Example:

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she pitched forward, tumbling down the remaining stairs

Synonym:

fall down collapse trip stumble come a cropper grabble

perform acrobatic or gymnastic exercises, typically handsprings and somersaults in the air.

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