gump

[ guhmp ]

noun

, Dialect.

1. a foolish or stupid person.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gump¹

First recorded in 1815–25; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

"Forrest Gump" though had the benefit of time on its side, and came out during a year of relative political and economic stability.

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Unlike "Forrest Gump," the families here aren’t really making history.

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It’s impossible not to look at "Here" through the lens of "Forrest Gump," and the crew involved certainly seems to understand that.

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Silvestri’s quiet, contemplative score feels akin to his composition for "Forrest Gump."

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It’s impossible not to look at "Here" through the lens of "Forrest Gump," and the crew involved certainly seems to understand that.

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• ridiculous
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• whimsical