A method of ventilation used in respiration accomplished by expanding and contracting the entire throat in a rhythmic manner that is externally apparent.

plural of pumping station

A building which houses one or more pumps, usually for the purpose of pumping water or sewage.

present participle of pump and dump

present participle of pump one's fist

(nautical) A small pump fitted in ships and boats to pump the bilges clear of water.

A small hand-operated pump with a stirrup-shaped base that was placed in a bucket of water, allowing a small hose to direct a stream onto minor fires.

A pump that moves air either into or out of something.

(informal) Excited, particularly due to anticipation. / (bodybuilding, not comparable) Having muscles in an engorged state following exercise due to increased blood flow.

simple past tense and past participle of pump up