jumpout

English

noun
Definitions
  • A separation from a groove, track, etc., that otherwise constrains motion.
  • A ramp or other construction that allows wildlife to exit safely from a freeway, highway, etc.
  • (Australia) An unofficial trial race.
  • (US) A plainclothes narcotics officer.

Etymology

Compound from English jump + English out (surpassing, beyond, outward, away from).

Origin

English

out

Gloss

surpassing, beyond, outward, away from

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