CEFR B1

pump

noun, verb

Meaning

A device or machine that uses mechanical action to move liquids or gases, or to increase pressure.

Examples

He checked the tire pressure and added air with a bicycle pump.
The fire department used a powerful pump to remove water from the flooded basement.

Synonyms: injector, compressor, bellows, siphon

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pump (B1)

noun, verb

Pronunciation: /pʌmp/

Definition

A device or machine that uses mechanical action to move liquids or gases, or to increase pressure.

Examples

He checked the tire pressure and added air with a bicycle pump.
The fire department used a powerful pump to remove water from the flooded basement.
A water pump is essential for irrigation in dry regions.

How to Use pump

pump up (phrasal verb): To increase or inflate something, or to increase enthusiasm or excitement. — "The coach pumped up the team before the big game."
pump out (phrasal verb): To remove liquid from something by pumping. — "They had to pump out the flooded basement after the storm."
pump into (prepositional phrase): To inject a large amount of something (often money or effort) into a place or activity. — "The government is pumping more money into healthcare."
pump brakes (collocation): To press and release the brake pedal repeatedly to slow down a vehicle. — "The driver had to pump the brakes to avoid skidding on the ice."

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