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Rumpus

noun

/ˈrʌmpəs/

Meaning

a noisy disturbance; an uproar or commotion

The children caused quite a rumpus in the playground.

commotion, uproar, disturbance, tumult

quiet, peace, calm, silence

cause rumpus, raise rumpus, rumpus room

The compartment in the forward part of a ship, often used for storage.

the edge of a garment around the neck, especially as cut to form a particular shape

Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.

A feeling of resentment or offense.

the action or process of arriving; the reaching of a destination

a precious stone, typically colorless, yellow, or blue, used in jewelry