Definition of sump

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Sump (n.) The cistern or reservoir made at the lowest point of a mine, from which is pumped the water which accumulates there..

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Overbold :: Overbold (a.) Excessively or presumptuously bold; impudent.
Assumpsit :: Assumpsit (n.) A promise or undertaking, founded on a consideration. This promise may be oral or in writing not under seal. It may be express or implied..
Outrecuidance :: Outrecuidance (n.) Excessive presumption.
Opiparous :: Opiparous (a.) Sumptuous.
Modest :: Modest (a.) Restraining within due limits of propriety; not forward, bold, boastful, or presumptious; rather retiring than pushing one's self forward; not obstructive; as, a modest youth; a modest man..
Presumption :: Presumption (n.) That which is presumed or assumed; that which is supposed or believed to be real or true, on evidence that is probable but not conclusive..
Non Assumpsit :: Non assumpsit () The general plea or denial in an action of assumpsit.
Transumptive :: Transumptive (a.) Taking from one to another; metaphorical.
Feast :: Feast (v. t.) To entertain with sumptuous provisions; to treat at the table bountifully; as, he was feasted by the king..
Underconsumption :: Underconsumption (n.) Consumption of less than is produced; consumption of less than the usual amount.
Resumptive :: Resumptive (a.) Taking back; resuming, or tending toward resumption; as, resumptive measures..
Sumpitan :: Sumph (n.) A dunce; a blockhead.
Resumption :: Resumption (n.) The act of resuming; as, the resumption of a grant, of delegated powers, of an argument, of specie payments, etc..
Rich :: Rich (superl.) Composed of valuable or costly materials or ingredients; procured at great outlay; highly valued; precious; sumptuous; costly; as, a rich dress; rich silk or fur; rich presents..
Sumpter :: Sumpter (n.) A pack; a burden.
Gondola :: Gondola (n.) A long, narrow boat with a high prow and stern, used in the canals of Venice. A gondola is usually propelled by one or two oarsmen who stand facing the prow, or by poling. A gondola for passengers has a small open cabin amidships, for their protection against the sun or rain. A sumptuary law of Venice required that gondolas should be painted black, and they are customarily so painted now..
Greenbacker :: Greenbacker (n.) One of those who supported greenback or paper money, and opposed the resumption of specie payments..
Discriminate :: Discriminate (v. i.) To make a difference or distinction; to distinguish accurately; as, in judging of evidence, we should be careful to discriminate between probability and slight presumption..
Whippersnapper :: Whippersnapper (n.) A diminutive, insignificant, or presumptuous person..
Assumpt :: Assumpt (n.) That which is assumed; an assumption.
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