slump
|slump|
B2
/slʌmp/
decline or collapse
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slump' originates from Middle Low German, specifically the word 'slumpen,' where 'slumpen' meant 'to fall or sink.'
Historical Evolution
'slumpen' transformed into the English word 'slump' and eventually became the modern English word 'slump'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fall or sink,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a decline or collapse.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden or severe decline in business activity, prices, or profits.
The company experienced a slump in sales last quarter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39