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Fat in size, or having a full rounded shape
“The partridge, however, returned from the fields, having grown plump from the food.”
Considered to be highly desirable or sought-after
“He was sure she'd secure a nice plump position for him at court one day.”
Designed to be embraced or snuggled
Having a shape or cross-section like the cross-section of a pear
(of produce) Deliciously juicy and tender from having been ripened
(fruits or vegetables) Firm or juicy from being fresh or ripe
To drop or fall suddenly or heavily
“Exhausted, Dulcissa would plump onto a sofa, breathing heavily.”
To set (something) down heavily or unceremoniously
“The waiter would then plump a huge plateful of sizzling ribs in front of Lili.”
To decide definitely in favor of (one of two or more possibilities)
“Most philosophers unhesitatingly plump for the Socratic option.”
To become increasingly bloated or large in size
To set or settle firmly or comfortably in a given place
To increase in size or weight
To reach a decision or recommendation
To hit or attack (someone) very violently
In a straight or direct line or course
“A sudden turn in the road brought us plump in front of the celebrated monastery.”
In a prompt manner
A hard strike or hit
“Stryver angrily made his feelings known, with a plump of his fist on the desk.”
A plunge headfirst into water
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