Bumping definitions

Bumping

1) Jolting
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Bumping

[chemistry] Bumping is a phenomenon in chemistry where liquids boiled in a test tube will superheat and, upon nucleation, rapid boiling will expel the liquid from the container. This occurs when liquids are heated very rapidly and no nucleation occurs, thus when the liquid finally boils, a large vapor bubble is formed that pushes the liquid...
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Bumping

• (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Bump
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bumping

Refers to the act of making a lure hit an object, such as a log, tree or rock, in a controlled manner (either intentionally or unintentionally), which can get the attention of a fish and result in a strike.
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Bumping

Refers to the act of making a lure hit an object such as a log, tree, or pier piling in a controlled manner. This is often done unintentionally, but can get the same reaction from the fish. Also, a lure making contact with the bottom.
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bumping

the airline practice of denying boarding to confirmed passengers who hold tickets on a specific flight, due to an oversold condition. The carrier will ask for volunteers to take later flights, and will normally provide some sort of compensation in the form of vouchers or tickets for future travel. Rules for when compensation must be provided are co...
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Bumping

The practice of allowing more senior level employees whose positions have been slotted for eliminati
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22403

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Bumping

Bumping is British parliamentary slang for obstructing a Bill.
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Bumping

Getting bumped can be good or bad! A bump, if you're lucky can mean a bump up, or upgrade to Business or First Class. However, being bumped usually means you will be unable to fly on the flight your ticket was for as it has been oversold. It is always safest to check in early to avoid this.
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