Tumble Definition
tumble
- noun
- an acrobatic feat of rolling or turning end over end
- a sudden drop from an upright position; "he had a nasty spill on the ice"
- verb
- fall down, as if collapsing; "The tower of the World Trade Center tumbled after the plane hit it"
- cause to topple or tumble by pushing
- roll over and over, back and forth
- fly around; "The clothes tumbled in the dryer"; "rising smoke whirled in the air"
- fall apart; "the building crumbled after the explosion"; "Negotiations broke down"
- throw together in a confused mass; "They tumbled the teams with no apparent pattern"
- understand, usually after some initial difficulty; "She didn't know what her classmates were plotting but finally caught on"
- fall suddenly and sharply; "Prices tumbled after the devaluation of the currency"
- put clothes in a tumbling barrel, where they are whirled about in hot air, usually with the purpose of drying; "Wash in warm water and tumble dry"
- suffer a sudden downfall, overthrow, or defeat
- do gymnastics, roll and turn skillfully
"Tumble" in song lyrics
See how tumble is used in real songs:
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"What you rappers just stumble over your words, you actually tumble"
7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords -
"Makin MC's tumble"
The Almighty RSO f/ Legion of Doom — 5 Minutes of Doom (Comin' From the Legion) -
"Let me sober, repping for my two thug, tumble"
Deadly Venoms — Pretty Thugs
Words that rhyme with tumble
Usage tips for "tumble"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tumble" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tumble to find words that pair well.