Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jump-up-and-down
verb phrase
/jʌmp ʌp ənd daʊn/
Definition
To leap and bounce energetically in place, often due to excitement or joy.
Examples
- When she received the good news, she couldn’t help but jump-up-and-down with excitement.
- The kids were so happy at the theme park that they started to jump-up-and-down in delight.
Meaning
The phrase describes a physical action usually performed by a person expressing strong emotions like happiness or enthusiasm.
Synonyms
- bounce
- leap
- dance
- cheer
