Meaning of in the dumps | Babel Free
Definitions
Noun. [C1]
Examples
“1677, Edward Ravenscroft, King Edgar and Alfreda, London: M. Turner, Act IV, Scene 1, p. 49, Hill[aria]. What, in the dumps, Captain? Osw[old]. He’s in a contemplation of Love⟳.”
“1699, B. E., A New Dictionary of the Canting Crew, London: W. Hawes et al., In the dumps, troubled, chagrin, melancholic.”
“When you’re feeling in the dumps Don’t be silly chumps Just purse your lips and whistle - that’s the thing.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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