What does LUNGE mean?

Parts of Speech:

noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: a sudden forward thrust of the body, typically with an arm outstretched to attack someone or seize something.

Verb: make a lunge forward; attack or seize someone or something.

Pronunciations:

US: /lʌndʒ/

UK: /lʌndʒ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "lunge" originated in the mid-18th century from the French word "allonge," which means "elongate." It was originally used in fencing to describe a sudden forward movement of the body to attack an opponent. Today, it is used to describe a sudden, forceful forward movement in any context, often with the intention of attacking or seizing something or someone.

Synonyms:

thrust, lurch, pounce, leap, jump

Related Words:

leapt, leaps, lumps, lungi, lungs

Example Sentences:

Noun: The boxer made a lunge at his opponent, but missed.

Verb: The cat lunged at the toy mouse and caught it in its claws.