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lumber

[ˈlʌmbər]

lumber Definition

  • 1wood that has been sawn into rough planks or boards
  • 2move in a slow, heavy, awkward way

Using lumber: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lumber" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lumber was stacked neatly in the yard.

  • Example

    He lumbered across the room and sat down heavily.

  • Example

    The elephant lumbered through the jungle.

  • Example

    She was lumbered with the task of organizing the event.

lumber Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lumber

Idioms Using lumber

  • to move slowly and heavily, often in a clumsy way

    Example

    The old truck lumbered along the dirt road.

  • to be burdened with something heavy or difficult

    Example

    She was lumbering under the weight of her heavy backpack.

  • the part of the mind where memories and thoughts are stored but not often accessed

    Example

    The memory of his childhood was stored away in the lumber room of his mind.

Phrases with lumber

  • a room used for storing unused or old furniture or other household items

    Example

    The old toys were stored in the lumber room.

  • a heavy, warm jacket made of wool or flannel, often worn by lumberjacks

    Example

    He wore a red and black plaid lumber jacket.

  • lumber camp

    a temporary settlement or camp where lumberjacks live and work

    Example

    The lumber camp was set up deep in the forest.

Origins of lumber

from Middle English 'lomber', meaning 'heavy, clumsy', related to 'lome' meaning 'tool'

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Summary: lumber in Brief

The term 'lumber' [ˈlʌmbər] refers to wood that has been sawn into rough planks or boards. It can also mean to move in a slow, heavy, and awkward way, as in 'He lumbered across the room and sat down heavily.' Phrases like 'lumber room' and 'lumber jacket' denote specific uses of lumber, while idioms like 'lumber along' and 'lumber under' describe slow and heavy movements and burdens. 'Lumber' is often used informally to refer to wood.

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