What Does Bumper Mean in Slang?

It is believed to be a term that is Scandinavian in origin. After this time, in around 1750, the term bumper became a slang term meaning something large. It was used to describe large sums of money, high scores in a game or a full flowing river or stream.

What is bumper drug?

bumper - Crack cocaine. bumping up - Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) combined with powder cocaine.

What does bummer mean in slang?

A bummer is a huge disappointment. It's a bummer when you try out for a big role in a play and don't end up getting it. The word bummer is a very casual way to describe or make note of a frustrating experience.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.