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lunge Definition and Meaning in English (lunge definition)

verb
Synonyms:thrustpouncecharge
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Lunge definition: To make a sudden, forceful forward movement, especially with the body or a weapon.

Definitions of Lunge

  1. 1verb

    To make a sudden, forceful forward movement, especially with the body or a weapon.

  2. 2noun

    A sudden forward thrust or movement, often as an attack or a defensive maneuver.

  3. 3noun

    A strength training exercise where one leg is moved forward with a bent knee, keeping the other leg stationary.

Example Sentences

“The fencer made a quick lunge towards his opponent.”

“He lunged forward to catch the falling vase before it hit the floor.”

“Perform ten lunges on each leg for a complete workout.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularlunges
past tenselunged
present participlelunging

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Lunge definition: To make a sudden, forceful forward movement, especially with the body or a weapon.
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'Lunge' translates to 'lunge' in English. Lunge definition: To make a sudden, forceful forward movement, especially with the body or a weapon.
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