Dumps Definition & Meaning

dumps
noun
  1. an informal expression for a mildly depressed state; "in the dumps"; "have the mopes"

"Dumps" in song lyrics

See how dumps is used in real songs:

  • "Get the Westside pump when your homie Big Unc dumps"
    Big Unc — Westside 'G' Style
  • "Let me roast punks off this motherfuckin track that dumps"
    Buddha Monk f/ BabyFace Fensta, Sha-Cronz — Bang it in Ya Whip
  • "I get high, while I'm taking dumps"
    Cashless Society — Blaze the Breaks

Usage tips for "dumps"

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