ump

[ uhmp ]

noun

, Slang.

1. umpire.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ump¹

Shortened form

Example Sentences

Home plate umpire Jordan Baker appealed to third base ump Dan Merzel, who rung up Seager for strike three.

From Seattle Times

First base ump Doug Eddings called Rodriguez safe but Cubs manager Craig Counsell challenged the call.

From Seattle Times

The former president, in office from 2007 to 2012, has always denied the accusations that his conservative party Les Republicains, then known as the UMP, worked with public relations firm Bygmalion to hide the true cost of his re-election bid.

From Reuters

Prosecutors allege that the firm invoiced UMP rather than the campaign.

From Reuters

MacKay was serenaded by “Ump, you suck!” chants in the eighth.

From Washington Times

Related Words

• referee
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